Below Average
#759 of 990 schools in CT
John B. Stanton School
Elementary School · Norwich School District
386 New London Tpke., Norwich, CT 06360
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#759 of 990
In Norwich
#8 of 12
public schools
In district
#7 of 9
Norwich School District
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John B. Stanton School
Elementary School in Norwich · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John B. Stanton School
John B. Stanton School is a public elementary school in Norwich, CT, part of Norwich School District. John B.
Stanton School serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. John B. Stanton School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #759 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for John B. Stanton School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at John B. Stanton School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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John B. Stanton School — Students at John B. Stanton School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.1/10.
How John B. Stanton School Compares
See how John B. Stanton School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
386 New London Tpke., Norwich, CT 06360
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John B. Stanton School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas W. Mahan School (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mohegan School (rated 7.1/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Uncasville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wequonnoc Magnet School (rated 6.5/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Taftville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norwich, see our Norwich schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI DISCOVERY SCHOOL Norwich | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Teachers' Memorial Global Studies Magnet Middle School Norwich | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Three Rivers Middle College Magnet School Norwich | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Uncas Elementary School Norwich | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Thomas W. Mahan School Norwich | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Norwich Free Academy Norwich | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| ST PATRICK CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Norwich | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Integrated Day Charter School Norwich | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Samuel Huntington School Norwich | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Kelly STEAM Magnet Middle School Norwich | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Veterans' Memorial School Norwich | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Norwich Technical High School Norwich | 2.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Mohegan School Uncasville | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
| ST BERNARD SCHOOL Uncasville | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Moriarty Magnet School Norwich | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Taftville | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Wequonnoc Magnet School Taftville | 4.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Fields Memorial School Bozrah | 3.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Gales Ferry School Gales Ferry | 5.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Juliet W. Long School Gales Ferry | 5.1 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,848
Median Home Value
$233,500
Median Rent
$1,207/mo
Population
37,527
College Educated
22.6%
Homeownership
55.4%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
14.8%
Median Age
38.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benjamin Jepson Magnet School New Haven, CT | 4.8 |
| Bielefield School Middletown, CT | 4.8 |
| Forbes School Torrington, CT | 4.8 |
| Interdistrict Discovery Magnet School Bridgeport, CT | 4.8 |
| Odyssey Community School Manchester, CT | 4.8 |
| Seth G. Haley School West Haven, CT | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John B. Stanton School
What grades does John B. Stanton School serve?
John B. Stanton School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend John B. Stanton School?
John B. Stanton School has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John B. Stanton School?
The student-teacher ratio at John B. Stanton School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John B. Stanton School rank in CT?
John B. Stanton School ranks #759 of 990 schools in CT.
What is John B. Stanton School's MySchoolScout rating?
John B. Stanton School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 John B. Stanton School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John B. Stanton School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is John B. Stanton School a charter school?
No, John B. Stanton School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John B. Stanton School a Title I school?
No, John B. Stanton School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John B. Stanton School?
77.3% of students at John B. Stanton 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 384
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 8
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.6%
- Phone
- (860) 823-4207
Resources & Links
District
Norwich School District- District Enrollment
- 3,336
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,068
- District Rank
- #7 of 9
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