51 Toms Rd.
Stamford, CT 06906
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Rating
:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Tel: (203) 977-4441
Serving 626 students in grades 6-8,Dolan 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 23% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50% in CTMath Proficiency
: 23% (Btm 50%)Reading Proficiency
: 44% (Btm 50%)Science Proficiency
: 41% (Btm 50%)- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dolan School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 20%)
School Overview
Dolan School's student population of 626 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dolan School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dolan School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms
This School
State Level (CT)
Overall Testing Rank
#648 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
47%
29%
Black
16%
13%
White
29%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Diversity Score
0.67
0.66
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Stamford School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dolan School's ranking?
Dolan School is ranked #648 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Dolan School often compared to?
Dolan Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cloonan School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Dolan School?
626 students attend Dolan School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Dolan School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dolan School?
Dolan School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dolan School offer ?
Dolan School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dolan School part of?
Dolan School is part of Stamford School District.
In what neighborhood is Dolan School located?
Dolan School is located in the Springdale neighborhood of Stamford, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Springdale.
Nearby Public Schools
Popular comparisons: Dolan School vs. Cloonan School
The nearest high school to Dolan School is (1.2 miles away)
The nearest middle school is Middlesex Middle School (1.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Toquam Magnet School (0.2 miles away)
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Toquam Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Grades: K-5 | 570 students 0.2 miles 123 Ridgewood Ave.
Stamford, CT 06907
(203) 977-4556
0.2
K-5
570
Holmes Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
Grades: PK-5 | 451 students 0.6 miles 18 Hoyt St.
Darien, CT 06820
(203) 353-4371
0.6
PK-5
451
Julia A. Stark School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Grades: K-5 | 574 students 0.8 miles 398 Glenbrook Rd.
Stamford, CT 06906
(203) 977-4583
0.8
K-5
574
Strawberry Hill An Ext. Of Rogers International
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
Grades: K-6 | 659 students 0.9 miles 200 Strawberry Hill Ave.
Stamford, CT 06902
(203) 977-6600
0.9
K-6
659
Newfield School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Grades: K-5 | 524 students 1.2 miles 345 Pepper Ridge Rd.
Stamford, CT 06905
(203) 977-4282
1.2
K-5
524
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Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50%Math Proficiency
: 23% (Btm 50%)Reading Proficiency
: 44% (Btm 50%)Science Proficiency
: 41% (Btm 50%)- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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