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#53 of 990 schools in CT

Top 5% in state

Ox Ridge Elementary School

Elementary School · Darien School District

395 Mansfield Ave., Darien, CT 06820

Enrollment

598

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#53 of 990

In Darien

#6 of 7

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

Darien School District

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Ox Ridge Elementary School

9.1/10

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

Darien High School

9.4/10

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9.2/10

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About Ox Ridge Elementary School

Ox Ridge Elementary School is a public elementary school in Darien, CT, part of Darien School District. Ox Ridge Elementary School serves approximately 598 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ox Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #53 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Ox Ridge Elementary School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.3
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency80% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)80% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,125
Chronic Absenteeism4.8%

Ox Ridge Elementary School — Students at Ox Ridge Elementary School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 80%).

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Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 84.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 85.5% (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
96%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
80%
ELA
79%
2018
Math
85%
ELA
85%
2019
Math
85%
ELA
85%
2020*
Math
84%
ELA
83%
2021*
Math
84%
ELA
83%
2022
Math
78%
ELA
82%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Ox Ridge Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.1/10
95th percentile in CT
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.8%

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

395 Mansfield Ave., Darien, CT 06820

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ox Ridge Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South School (rated 9.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby New Canaan), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Tokeneke Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hindley Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Darien, see our Darien schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Darien High School Darien 1.3 mi 9.4
Royle Elementary School Darien 1.3 mi 9.2
New Canaan High School New Canaan 1.8 mi 9.1
Saxe Middle School New Canaan 1.9 mi 9.3
South School New Canaan 2.0 mi 9.7
Middlesex Middle School Darien 2.1 mi 9.0
Fox Run Elementary School Norwalk 1.9 mi 6.2
ASPIRE LIVING & LEARNING ACADEMY Stamford 1.9 mi
Springdale School Stamford 1.8 mi 6.2
Holmes Elementary School Darien 2.2 mi 9.2
Tokeneke Elementary School Darien 2.5 mi 9.5
OUR LADY OF GRACE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Stamford 2.6 mi
Hindley Elementary School Darien 3.0 mi 9.5
East School New Canaan 3.1 mi 9.5
Toquam Magnet School Stamford 2.6 mi 4.9
Dolan School Stamford 2.6 mi 4.8
NEW CANAAN COUNTRY SCHOOL New Canaan 2.8 mi 6.3
THE CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF STAMFORD Stamford 2.5 mi 5.6
Davenport Ridge School Stamford 2.5 mi 6.9
Concord Magnet School Norwalk 2.7 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06820 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$250,001

Median Home Value

$1,728,400

Median Rent

$3,501/mo

Population

21,683

College Educated

85.6%

Homeownership

83.1%

Avg Commute

38.8 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

39.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bugbee School West Hartford, CT 9.1
Redding Elementary School Redding, CT 9.1
Barlow Mountain Elementary School Ridgefield, CT 9.0
Buttonball Lane School Glastonbury, CT 9.0
Holmes Elementary School Darien, CT 9.2
Mill Hill School Southport, CT 9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ox Ridge Elementary School

What grades does Ox Ridge Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Ox Ridge Elementary School?

Ox Ridge Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 598 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ox Ridge Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ox Ridge Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ox Ridge Elementary School rank in CT?

Ox Ridge Elementary School ranks #53 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Ox Ridge Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ox Ridge Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Ox Ridge Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ox Ridge Elementary School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ox Ridge Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Ox Ridge Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 9
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.8%

District

Darien School District
District Enrollment
4,681
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,125
District Rank
#6 of 7

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