Serving 624 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Westover 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 41% (which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is equal to 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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westover School serves the southern part of Stamford, CT, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 0.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within this area takes about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located around 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westover School's student population of 624 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
624 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Mind, Body, Heart and Art
School Rankings
Westover 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 Westover School is 0.70, which is more 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
#521 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
48%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
17%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
19%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westover School's ranking?
Westover School is ranked #521 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Westover School often compared to?
Westover Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springdale School, Hart School, Stillmeadow School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Westover School?
624 students attend Westover School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Westover School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westover School?
Westover School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westover School offer ?
Westover School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westover School part of?
Westover School is part of Stamford School District.
In what neighborhood is Westover School located?
Westover School is located in the West Side neighborhood of Stamford, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in West Side.
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