MATHEWSON SCHOOL

Mathewson School is a public elementary school that is part of the Milford School District school district, located in Milford, CT with about 380 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 34 teachers, Mathewson School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Mathewson School is a public elementary school located in Milford, Connecticut, serving students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Milford Public Schools district, the institution is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. The school places a strong focus on building a collaborative community, encouraging active partnership between staff, families, and the local neighborhood to ensure every child has the resources needed to succeed.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the rigorous state standards while incorporating modern instructional techniques that cater to diverse learning styles. Beyond core academics, Mathewson School offers a variety of programs and extracurricular opportunities that promote critical thinking, creativity, and character development. By maintaining a focus on individual student growth and providing a safe, nurturing campus, Mathewson strives to prepare its young learners for the transition to middle school and beyond as responsible, engaged citizens.

For more information, contact Mathewson School at (203) 783-3527 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

466 West River St.
Milford, CT 06460-1919
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MATHEWSON SCHOOL is a public school in Milford, CT with about 380 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Connecticut

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
380
Teachers:
34.36
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 380 students

White
66.3%
Asian
19.2%
Hispanic/Latino
8.9%
Black or African American
3.4%
Two or more races
2.1%

Female
49.7%
Male
50.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.