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Julia A. Stark School

Elementary School · Stamford School District

398 Glenbrook Rd., Stamford, CT 06906

Enrollment

611

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#633 of 990

In Stamford

#15 of 23

public schools

In district

#14 of 21

Stamford School District

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Julia A. Stark School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Stamford · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Julia A. Stark School

Julia A. Stark School is a public elementary school in Stamford, CT, part of Stamford School District. Julia A.

Stark School serves approximately 611 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Julia A. Stark School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #633 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Julia A. Stark School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,034
Chronic Absenteeism21.1%

Julia A. Stark School — Students at Julia A. Stark School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.8% (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
75%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
45%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
36%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Julia A. Stark School Compares

See how Julia A. Stark School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in CT
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
6.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

Location

398 Glenbrook Rd., Stamford, CT 06906

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Julia A. Stark School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Holmes Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Darien), which scores notably higher. Another option is Strawberry Hill an ext. of Rogers International (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rogers International School (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stamford, see our Stamford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
OUR LADY OF GRACE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Stamford 0.5 mi
Stamford High School Stamford 0.6 mi 6.2
Dolan School Stamford 0.8 mi 4.8
Strawberry Hill an ext. of Rogers International Stamford 0.6 mi 8.4
Toquam Magnet School Stamford 0.9 mi 4.9
Holmes Elementary School Darien 1.0 mi 9.2
Rogers International School Stamford 1.1 mi 8.0
ASPIRE LIVING & LEARNING ACADEMY Stamford 1.4 mi
K. T. Murphy School Stamford 1.5 mi 5.0
J. M. Wright Technical High School Stamford 1.3 mi 6.2
Cloonan School Stamford 1.4 mi 3.7
Middlesex Middle School Darien 1.4 mi 9.0
Hart School Stamford 1.5 mi 7.2
MATER SALVATORIS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Stamford 1.8 mi 7.1
THE SPIRE SCHOOL Stamford 1.6 mi 6.6
THE PINNACLE SCHOOL Stamford 1.6 mi 6.7
Stamford Charter School for Excellence Stamford 1.6 mi 5.0
CARDINAL KUNG ACADEMY Stamford 1.9 mi 6.0
Newfield School Stamford 1.9 mi 5.9
The Academy of Information Technology & Engineering Stamford 1.7 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06906 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,710

Median Home Value

$576,200

Median Rent

$2,207/mo

Population

9,472

College Educated

47.1%

Homeownership

50.2%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

37.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Julia A. Stark School

What grades does Julia A. Stark School serve?

Julia A. Stark School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Julia A. Stark School?

Julia A. Stark School has an enrollment of approximately 611 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Julia A. Stark School?

The student-teacher ratio at Julia A. Stark School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Julia A. Stark School rank in CT?

Julia A. Stark School ranks #633 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Julia A. Stark School's MySchoolScout rating?

Julia A. Stark School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Julia A. Stark School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Julia A. Stark School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Julia A. Stark School a charter school?

No, Julia A. Stark School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Julia A. Stark School a Title I school?

No, Julia A. Stark School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Julia A. Stark School?

58.8% of students at Julia A. Stark 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
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
51 Good Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 9
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

District

Stamford School District
District Enrollment
16,339
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,034
District Rank
#14 of 21

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