Serving 532 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Toquam Magnet 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 28% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Toquam Magnet School serves the southeast part of Stamford, CT, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Toquam Magnet School's student population of 532 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
532 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
3 acres
School Rankings
Toquam Magnet 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 Toquam Magnet School is 0.47, 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
#686 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. 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 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
71%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
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
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Toquam Magnet School's ranking?
Toquam Magnet School is ranked #686 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Toquam Magnet School often compared to?
Toquam Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westover School, Hart School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Toquam Magnet School?
532 students attend Toquam Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Toquam Magnet School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Toquam Magnet School?
Toquam Magnet School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Toquam Magnet School offer ?
Toquam Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Toquam Magnet School part of?
Toquam Magnet School is part of Stamford School District.
In what neighborhood is Toquam Magnet School located?
Toquam Magnet School is located in the Springdale neighborhood of Stamford, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Springdale.
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