Serving 562 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ross/woodward 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 9% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ross/woodward School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ross/woodward School's student population of 562 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
562 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Ross/woodward 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 Ross/woodward 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
#867 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
53%
32%
Black
30%
12%
White
9%
46%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ross/woodward School's ranking?
Ross/woodward School is ranked #867 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Ross/woodward School often compared to?
Ross/woodward Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deer Run School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Ross/woodward School?
562 students attend Ross/woodward School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Ross/woodward School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ross/woodward School?
Ross/woodward School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ross/woodward School offer ?
Ross/woodward School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ross/woodward School part of?
Ross/woodward School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Ross/woodward School located?
Ross/woodward School is located in the Quinnipiac Meadows neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Quinnipiac Meadows.
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