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#851 of 990 schools in CT

Second Hill Lane School

Elementary School · Stratford School District

65 Second Hill Lane, Stratford, CT 06614

Enrollment

597

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#851 of 990

In Stratford

#7 of 13

public schools

In district

#7 of 13

Stratford School District

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Second Hill Lane School

4.2/10

Elementary School in Stratford · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

David Wooster Middle School

3.3/10

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4.5/10

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About Second Hill Lane School

Second Hill Lane School is a public elementary school in Stratford, CT, part of Stratford School District. Second Hill Lane School serves approximately 597 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Second Hill Lane School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #851 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Second Hill Lane School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.4
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.5Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,895
Chronic Absenteeism17.9%

Second Hill Lane School — Students at Second Hill Lane School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.3% (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
88%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
31%
ELA
35%

* 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: 3.5/10.

How Second Hill Lane School Compares

See how Second Hill Lane School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
14th percentile in CT
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

Location

65 Second Hill Lane, Stratford, CT 06614

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Second Hill Lane School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eli Whitney School (rated 6.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Six-Six Magnet School (rated 5.6/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Bridgeport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Trumbull), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stratford, see our Stratford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
David Wooster Middle School Stratford 0.6 mi 3.3
Bunnell High School Stratford 0.7 mi 4.5
Eli Whitney School Stratford 0.9 mi 6.2
Six-Six Magnet School Bridgeport 1.1 mi 5.6
Multicultural Magnet School Bridgeport 1.1 mi 4.7
Nichols School Stratford 1.2 mi 3.5
Thomas Hooker School Bridgeport 1.0 mi 5.1
High Horizons Magnet School Bridgeport 1.2 mi 3.1
ST MARK SCHOOL Stratford 1.3 mi 5.3
Bullard-Havens Technical High School Bridgeport 1.5 mi 5.1
Franklin School Stratford 1.7 mi 4.6
Stratford High School Stratford 1.7 mi 3.7
Edison School Bridgeport 1.7 mi 3.9
Hall School Bridgeport 1.9 mi 3.2
Warren Harding High School Bridgeport 1.8 mi 4.1
Wilcoxson School Stratford 1.6 mi 4.4
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Trumbull 2.0 mi 5.5
ST JAMES SCHOOL Stratford 2.2 mi 5.3
Luis Munoz Marin School Bridgeport 2.2 mi 4.4
Information Technology & Software Engineering Magnet High Sc Bridgeport 1.9 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06614 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,656

Median Home Value

$342,700

Median Rent

$1,733/mo

Population

35,538

College Educated

39.2%

Homeownership

88.3%

Avg Commute

30.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

47.3

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Smalley Elementary School New Britain, CT 4.2
Verplanck School Manchester, CT 4.2
Brooklyn Elementary School Brooklyn, CT 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Second Hill Lane School

What grades does Second Hill Lane School serve?

Second Hill Lane School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Second Hill Lane School?

Second Hill Lane School has an enrollment of approximately 597 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Second Hill Lane School?

The student-teacher ratio at Second Hill Lane School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Second Hill Lane School rank in CT?

Second Hill Lane School ranks #851 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Second Hill Lane School's MySchoolScout rating?

Second Hill Lane School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Second Hill Lane School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Second Hill Lane School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Second Hill Lane School a charter school?

No, Second Hill Lane School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Second Hill Lane School a Title I school?

No, Second Hill Lane School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Second Hill Lane School?

46.4% of students at Second Hill Lane 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
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
597
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 2
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

District

Stratford School District
District Enrollment
6,743
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,895
District Rank
#7 of 13

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