Serving 512 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Stepney Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stepney Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Stepney Elementary School's student population of 512 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
512 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stepney Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stepney Elementary School is 0.53, which is less 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
#95 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
17%
32%
Black
4%
12%
White
66%
46%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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 Stepney Elementary School's ranking?
Stepney Elementary School is ranked #95 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Stepney Elementary School often compared to?
Stepney Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Monroe Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Stepney Elementary School?
512 students attend Stepney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Stepney Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stepney Elementary School?
Stepney Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Stepney Elementary School offer ?
Stepney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stepney Elementary School part of?
Stepney Elementary School is part of Monroe School District.
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