Davenport Ridge School

www.davenportridge.org

659 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Davenport Ridge Elementary School, located on Newfield Avenue in Stamford, Connecticut, serves a diverse community of students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Stamford Public Schools district, the institution is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of lifelong learners. The school places a strong focus on building a supportive community, often highlighting its commitment to equity, collaboration, and a curriculum designed to prepare students for the demands of the 21st century.

Beyond its core academic instruction, Davenport Ridge is known for promoting an environment where students are encouraged to be curious and responsible citizens. The school integrates various enrichment programs and utilizes its digital presence to keep families informed and involved in the educational process. By prioritizing communication between staff, parents, and the broader Stamford community, Davenport Ridge aims to create a holistic educational experience that addresses the unique needs and talents of every child within its walls.

659

Total Students

50.4

Full-Time Teachers

13.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

42.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Davenport Ridge School
Demographic	Student Count
White	264
Hispanic	277
Black	58
Asian	38
Two or More	21
American Indian	1

Hispanic
277 (42.0 %)
White
264 (40.1 %)
Black
58 (8.8 %)
Asian
38 (5.8 %)
Two or More
21 (3.2 %)
American Indian
1 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Stamford School District
Phone:	(203)977-4291
Website:	http://www.davenportridge.org
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	659
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	50.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	229
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	48

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 101

Grade 1 112

Grade 2 120

Grade 3 106

Grade 4 119

Grade 5 101