Serving 520 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mystic River Magnet School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mystic River Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mystic River Magnet School's student population of 520 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
520 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Mystic River Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mystic River Magnet School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#536 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
31%
32%
Black
7%
12%
White
43%
46%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mystic River Magnet School's ranking?
Mystic River Magnet School is ranked #536 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Mystic River Magnet School?
520 students attend Mystic River Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Mystic River Magnet School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mystic River Magnet School?
Mystic River Magnet School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mystic River Magnet School offer ?
Mystic River Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Mystic River Magnet School part of?
Mystic River Magnet School is part of Groton School District.
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