Serving 479 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Winthrop Stem Elementary 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 35% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School's student population of 479 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet 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 Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School is 0.66, 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
#586 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
53%
31%
Black
17%
12%
White
15%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School's ranking?
Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School is ranked #586 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School often compared to?
Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School, C.b. Jennings International Elementary Magnet by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School?
479 students attend Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School?
Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School offer ?
Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School part of?
Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School is part of New London School District.
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