Serving 606 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Samuel Staples Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samuel Staples 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
Samuel Staples Elementary School's student population of 606 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
606 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Samuel Staples Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Samuel Staples Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#53 out of 939 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
10%
32%
Black
3%
12%
White
74%
46%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samuel Staples Elementary School's ranking?
Samuel Staples Elementary School is ranked #53 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Samuel Staples Elementary School?
606 students attend Samuel Staples Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Samuel Staples Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Samuel Staples Elementary School?
Samuel Staples Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Samuel Staples Elementary School offer ?
Samuel Staples Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Samuel Staples Elementary School part of?
Samuel Staples Elementary School is part of Easton School District.
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