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Westover School

Elementary School · Stamford School District

412 Stillwater Ave., Stamford, CT 06902

Enrollment

521

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#497 of 990

In Stamford

#8 of 23

public schools

In district

#8 of 21

Stamford School District

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Westover School

6.4/10

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

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7.2/10

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About Westover School

Westover School is a public elementary school in Stamford, CT, part of Stamford School District. Westover School serves approximately 521 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Westover School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #497 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Westover School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • CT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Westover School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-3.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,034
Chronic Absenteeism16.3%

Westover School — Students at Westover School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 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
82%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
59%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
38%
ELA
50%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.3/10.

How Westover School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in CT
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

Location

412 Stillwater Ave., Stamford, CT 06902

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westover School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. International School At Dundee (rated 9.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Riverside), which scores notably higher. Another option is Riverside School (rated 9.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Riverside), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Mianus School (rated 9.6/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Riverside), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stamford, see our Stamford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Hart School Stamford 0.7 mi 7.2
Stillmeadow School Stamford 0.9 mi 6.4
Stamford Charter School for Excellence Stamford 0.7 mi 5.0
Cloonan School Stamford 0.7 mi 3.7
J. M. Wright Technical High School Stamford 0.8 mi 6.2
International School At Dundee Riverside 0.9 mi 9.7
North Mianus School Riverside 1.0 mi 9.6
THE SPIRE SCHOOL Stamford 1.7 mi 6.6
THE PINNACLE SCHOOL Stamford 1.7 mi 6.7
WATERSIDE SCHOOL Stamford 1.5 mi 8.1
Old Greenwich School Old Greenwich 1.9 mi 9.5
Strawberry Hill an ext. of Rogers International Stamford 1.5 mi 8.4
Stamford High School Stamford 1.5 mi 6.2
FUSION ACADEMY - GREENWICH Stamford 2.0 mi
Riverside School Riverside 1.9 mi 9.7
Rippowam Middle School Stamford 2.1 mi 3.7
The Academy of Information Technology & Engineering Stamford 2.1 mi 6.8
Eastern Middle School Riverside 1.9 mi 9.4
Roxbury School Stamford 2.3 mi 6.8
Westhill High School Stamford 2.5 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06902 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,527

Median Home Value

$515,000

Median Rent

$2,139/mo

Population

72,915

College Educated

43.6%

Homeownership

40.9%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Median Age

37.3

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Bungay School Seymour, CT 6.4
Highcrest School Wethersfield, CT 6.4
Integrated Day Charter School Norwich, CT 6.4
Stillmeadow School Stamford, CT 6.4
Broad Brook Elementary School East Windsor, CT 6.5
Charles Barnum Magnet School Groton, CT 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westover School

What grades does Westover School serve?

Westover School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Westover School?

Westover School has an enrollment of approximately 521 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westover School?

The student-teacher ratio at Westover School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westover School rank in CT?

Westover School ranks #497 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Westover School's MySchoolScout rating?

Westover School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Westover School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Westover School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Westover School a charter school?

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

Is Westover School a Title I school?

No, Westover School is not currently a Title I school.

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

58.5% of students at Westover 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
51 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 9
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

District

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

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