Serving 624 students in grades 6-8, Turn Of River 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 20% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 624 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turn Of River School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Turn Of River School's student population of 624 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
624 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Rankings
Turn Of River 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 Turn Of River School is 0.62, 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
#743 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
56%
31%
Black
12%
12%
White
23%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Turn Of River School's ranking?
Turn Of River School is ranked #743 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Turn Of River School often compared to?
Turn Of River Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scofield Middle School, Rippowam Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Turn Of River School?
624 students attend Turn Of River School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Turn Of River School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turn Of River School?
Turn Of River School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Turn Of River School offer ?
Turn Of River School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Turn Of River School part of?
Turn Of River School is part of Stamford School District.
In what neighborhood is Turn Of River School located?
Turn Of River School is located in the Turn Of River Newfield neighborhood of Stamford, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Turn Of River Newfield.
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