Serving 303 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Montowese 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montowese Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Montowese Elementary School's student population of 303 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montowese Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montowese Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#186 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
14%
31%
Black
6%
12%
White
66%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Montowese Elementary School's ranking?
Montowese Elementary School is ranked #186 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Montowese Elementary School often compared to?
Montowese Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridge Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Montowese Elementary School?
303 students attend Montowese Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Montowese Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montowese Elementary School?
Montowese Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Montowese Elementary School offer ?
Montowese Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Montowese Elementary School part of?
Montowese Elementary School is part of North Haven School District.
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