Serving 509 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Roxbury School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Roxbury School serves the northwest part of Stamford, CT, covering an area of approximately 11.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance area being 3.6 miles and the furthest edge located about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roxbury School's student population of 509 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
509 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Roxbury School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roxbury School is 0.63, 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
#634 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
55%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roxbury School's ranking?
Roxbury School is ranked #634 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Roxbury School often compared to?
Roxbury Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northeast School, Newfield School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Roxbury School?
509 students attend Roxbury School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Roxbury School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roxbury School?
Roxbury School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Roxbury School offer ?
Roxbury School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Roxbury School part of?
Roxbury School is part of Stamford School District.
In what neighborhood is Roxbury School located?
Roxbury School is located in the Westover neighborhood of Stamford, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Westover.
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