Serving 483 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School's student population of 483 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School is 0.19, 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
#825 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
90%
31%
Black
7%
12%
White
2%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School's ranking?
John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School is ranked #825 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School often compared to?
John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John C. Daniels by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School?
483 students attend John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School?
John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School offer ?
John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School part of?
John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School located?
John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School is located in the Fair Haven neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Fair Haven.
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