West Stafford School serves 176 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Attendance Zone: West Stafford School serves the west part of Stafford Springs, CT, covering an area of approximately 29.4 square miles, with typical driving times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 2.9 miles to the edge of the attendance zone. The furthest boundary of the zone is about 5.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Stafford School's student population of 176 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
176 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Stafford School is 0.25, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
32%
Black
2%
12%
White
86%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Stafford School?
176 students attend West Stafford School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of West Stafford School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Stafford School?
West Stafford School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Stafford School offer ?
West Stafford School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Stafford School part of?
West Stafford School is part of Stafford School District.
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