Serving 598 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ox Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ox Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ox Ridge Elementary School's student population of 598 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
598 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ox Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ox Ridge Elementary School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#35 out of 939 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
1%
12%
White
81%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ox Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Ox Ridge Elementary School is ranked #35 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Ox Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Ox Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tokeneke Elementary School, Hindley Elementary School, Royle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Ox Ridge Elementary School?
598 students attend Ox Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Ox Ridge Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ox Ridge Elementary School?
Ox Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ox Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Ox Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ox Ridge Elementary School part of?
Ox Ridge Elementary School is part of Darien School District.
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