Serving 402 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rowayton School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Rowayton School serves the southern part of Norwalk, CT, within an attendance zone of approximately 3 square miles, where most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school. The farthest edge of this zone is about 2.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rowayton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Rowayton School's student population of 402 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
402 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Rowayton R.O.C.K.S. - Responsibility, Open-mindedness, Cooperation, Kindness, and Safety.
School Rankings
Rowayton School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rowayton School is 0.59, 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
#329 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rowayton School's ranking?
Rowayton School is ranked #329 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Rowayton School often compared to?
Rowayton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Concord Magnet School, Side By Side Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Rowayton School?
402 students attend Rowayton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Rowayton School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rowayton School?
Rowayton School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rowayton School offer ?
Rowayton School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rowayton School part of?
Rowayton School is part of Norwalk School District.
In what neighborhood is Rowayton School located?
Rowayton School is located in the Rowayton neighborhood of Norwalk, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Rowayton.
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