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Cranbury Elementary School

Elementary School · Norwalk School District

10 Knowalot Lane, Norwalk, CT 06851

Enrollment

420

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#720 of 990

In Norwalk

#16 of 23

public schools

In district

#15 of 22

Norwalk School District

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Cranbury Elementary School

5.1/10

Elementary School in Norwalk · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Cranbury Elementary School

Cranbury Elementary School is a public elementary school in Norwalk, CT, part of Norwalk School District. Cranbury Elementary School serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cranbury Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #720 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Cranbury Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,673
Chronic Absenteeism14.5%

Cranbury Elementary School — Students at Cranbury Elementary School score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
91%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
94%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
35%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
45%
ELA
48%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.

How Cranbury Elementary School Compares

See how Cranbury Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
27th percentile in CT
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
6.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

10 Knowalot Lane, Norwalk, CT 06851

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cranbury Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. King's Highway Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Westport), which scores notably higher. Another option is Saugatuck Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Westport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Miller-Driscoll School (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Wilton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norwalk, see our Norwalk schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
GRUMMAN HILL MONTESSORI ASSOC., INC. Wilton 0.9 mi 7.0
Norwalk Early Childhood Center Norwalk 1.4 mi 2.9
Wolfpit Integrated Arts Elementary School Norwalk 1.6 mi 6.9
West Rocks Middle School Norwalk 1.7 mi 5.8
WINSTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Norwalk 1.9 mi 4.0
Tracey Magnet School Norwalk 2.3 mi 4.0
PIERREPONT SCHOOL Westport 2.2 mi 8.3
Norwalk High School Norwalk 2.5 mi 4.2
P-TECH Norwalk Norwalk 2.5 mi 7.2
Miller-Driscoll School Wilton 2.1 mi 7.6
OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Wilton 2.4 mi 6.2
Naramake Elementary School Norwalk 2.6 mi 6.3
Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School Norwalk 2.1 mi 4.4
King's Highway Elementary School Westport 2.3 mi 9.3
Nathan Hale Middle School Norwalk 2.8 mi 4.5
Saugatuck Elementary School Westport 2.5 mi 8.9
ANCHOR ACADEMY DBA REGINA PACIS ACADEMY Norwalk 3.0 mi 5.0
Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School Norwalk 3.0 mi 4.3
Kendall College & Career Academy Norwalk 3.2 mi 3.9
Concord Magnet School Norwalk 3.1 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06851 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,978

Median Home Value

$565,100

Median Rent

$2,009/mo

Population

28,591

College Educated

44%

Homeownership

60.1%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

42.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cranbury Elementary School

What grades does Cranbury Elementary School serve?

Cranbury Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Cranbury Elementary School?

Cranbury Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cranbury Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cranbury Elementary School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cranbury Elementary School rank in CT?

Cranbury Elementary School ranks #720 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Cranbury Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cranbury Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cranbury Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cranbury Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Cranbury Elementary School a charter school?

No, Cranbury Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cranbury Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Cranbury Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cranbury Elementary School?

39.3% of students at Cranbury Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
17 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 9
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.5%

District

Norwalk School District
District Enrollment
11,520
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,673
District Rank
#15 of 22

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