Serving 438 students in grades 1-5, Stafford Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stafford Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire Stafford Springs school district, encompassing approximately 58.8 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stafford Elementary School's student population of 438 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
438 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Respectful, responsible, and safe we will be.
School Rankings
Stafford Elementary 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 Stafford Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#470 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-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 Stafford Elementary School's ranking?
Stafford Elementary School is ranked #470 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Stafford Elementary School?
438 students attend Stafford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Stafford Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stafford Elementary School?
Stafford Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Stafford Elementary School offer ?
Stafford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stafford Elementary School part of?
Stafford Elementary School is part of Stafford School District.
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