Serving 449 students in grades Prekindergarten-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 38% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). 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 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Winthrop STEM Elementary Magnet's attendance zone is located in New London, CT, covering an area of approximately 10.6 square miles that encompasses the entire school district. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.7 miles to the furthest point.
- 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
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School's student population of 449 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
449 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Motto
United in Excellence
School Rankings
Winthrop Stem Elementary 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 Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School is 0.65, 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
#572 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
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
54%
32%
Black
17%
12%
White
17%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.3%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
38%
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 Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School's ranking?
Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School is ranked #572 out of 939 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
449 students attend Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Winthrop Stem Elementary Magnet School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 10% 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 Prekindergarten-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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