Serving 534 students in grades Kindergarten-5, 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 38% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westover School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Westover School's student population of 534 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westover School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westover School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#521 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
45%
29%
Black
23%
13%
White
17%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
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 942 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Westover School?
534 students attend Westover School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Westover School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 10% 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 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westover School offer ?
Westover School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
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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