At a glance
Reported students
457
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
38
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
12:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Connecticut elementary enrollment
74th percentile
Compared with 591 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
409
Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School: 457 reported students.
State peer staffing position
45th percentile
12:1 reported; state peer median 12.2:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 427
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.6:1
What the reported data says about Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School
Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Norwalk. It is one of 22 current school records connected to Norwalk School District. NCES reports 457 students for 2024–25.
Among 591 elementary schools in Connecticut with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 371 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 74th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 12:1, close to the Connecticut median of 12.2:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (67%) and Black (13.1%). English learners represent 30.7% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 10.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 12:1 student–teacher ratio and 38 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 30.7%
- Students with disabilities
- 10.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 64.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 2
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White7.4%
- Hispanic67%
- Black13.1%
- Asian7.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.9%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial4.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Norwalk School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Tracey Magnet School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
434 reported students
Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
428 reported students
Kendall College & Career Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–05
416 reported students
Cranbury Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
410 reported students
Brookside Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
408 reported students
Rowayton School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
402 reported students
Public schools near Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kendall College & Career Academy Elementary · Norwalk School District | PK–05 | 416 | 0.6 mi |
| Tracey Magnet School Elementary · Norwalk School District | PK–05 | 434 | 0.7 mi |
| Concord Magnet School Elementary · Norwalk School District | KG–08 | 388 | 1.1 mi |
| Side By Side Charter School Elementary · Charter · Side By Side Charter School District | PK–08 | 236 | 1.4 mi |
| South Norwalk Elementary School Elementary · Norwalk School District | PK–05 | 179 | 1.6 mi |
| Naramake Elementary School Elementary · Norwalk School District | PK–05 | 358 | 1.6 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School
What grades does Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School serve?
Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Norwalk School District.
How many students attend Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School?
Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School reported 457 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 74th percentile among 591 Connecticut elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 427 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 12:1, based on 457 students and 38 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Connecticut median for the same school level is 12.2:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
64.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School in?
Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School is part of Norwalk School District, based in Norwalk, CT, which operates 22 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Kendall College & Career Academy (0.6 mi), Tracey Magnet School (0.7 mi), Concord Magnet School (1.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.