NORTH STONINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

North Stonington Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the North Stonington School District school district, located in North Stonington, CT with about 394 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 29 teachers, North Stonington Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

North Stonington Elementary School (NSES), located in North Stonington, Connecticut, serves as the primary educational facility for the town's youngest learners, typically encompassing grades PK–6. The school is known for fostering a close-knit, community-oriented environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. By leveraging the small-town character of North Stonington, the school works to create a supportive atmosphere where educators, families, and students collaborate to meet individualized learning goals.

The school’s curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive foundation in core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while often integrating extracurricular opportunities to enrich the student experience. With a commitment to preparing students for the transition to middle school, NSES focuses on building essential critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Prospective parents and community members can learn more about the school's specific programs, district policies, and ongoing academic initiatives by visiting their official website at [http://www.northstonington.k12.ct.us/](http://www.northstonington.k12.ct.us/).

For more information, contact North Stonington Elementary School at (860) 535-2805 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.