Stratford School District
School District · Stratford, Connecticut
Avg Rating
5.3
out of 10
Schools
13
8 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,895
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Avg Rating
5.3
out of 10
Schools
13
8 elem, 2 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,895
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
How this district compares
Connecticut rank
#116 of 134
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.0
below Connecticut avg
Per-pupil spending
$23,895
$1,110 vs Connecticut median
District size
6,743 students
Much larger than Connecticut median
About Stratford School District
Stratford School District is a Stratford, Connecticut school district serving 13 schools. The district educates 6,743 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.4:1. The district invests $23,895 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.3/10, Stratford School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Eli Whitney School, which has a composite score of 8.1/10.
In standardized testing, Stratford School District students show an average math proficiency of 29.3% and ELA proficiency of 42.8%.
The district includes 8 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Stratford School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Stratford School District with test data.
Schools in Stratford School District
13 schools Elementary Schools 8
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 2
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Connecticut
- City
- Stratford
- Total Enrollment
- 6,743
- Teachers (FTE)
- 502
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Stratford School District?
Stratford School District has 13 schools in total — 8 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Stratford School District?
The average composite rating for Stratford School District is 5.3/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Stratford School District?
Stratford School District spends $23,895 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Stratford School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Stratford School District is 13.4:1.
What is the top-rated school in Stratford School District?
Eli Whitney School is the highest-rated school in Stratford School District with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What are the test scores in Stratford School District?
Across schools in Stratford School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 29.3% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 42.8%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Stratford School District compare to other districts in Connecticut?
Stratford School District has an average school rating of 5.3/10 across 13 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Connecticut by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.3/10
- Math Proficiency
- 29.3%
- ELA Proficiency
- 42.8%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in CT
Compare Stratford School District with neighboring districts in the state.
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- Stamford School District (21)
- Danbury School District (19)
- Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (17)
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- Naugatuck School District (9)
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Connecticut Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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