Best Public Schools in Stamford, CT


Summary:

The city of Stamford, Connecticut is home to 23 schools, including 14 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and 4 high schools. The schools in this diverse district serve a wide range of students, with varying levels of academic performance and resources.

Some standout schools in Stamford include Stamford Charter School for Excellence, a public charter elementary school that ranks among the top in the state, and Rogers International School, a public magnet elementary/middle school that also performs well above the district and state averages. At the high school level, The Academy of Information Technology & Engineering, a public magnet school, stands out for its strong SAT and science assessment scores.

However, the data also reveals significant disparities in academic performance across the Stamford School District. While some schools like Stamford Charter School for Excellence have proficiency rates as high as 70-90% in English Language Arts and Math, others struggle, with some elementary schools reporting under 20% proficiency. These differences appear to be linked to factors like school type, student demographics, and resource allocation, with Stamford Charter School for Excellence District and other magnet/charter schools outperforming traditional public schools. Addressing these inequities could help ensure all students in Stamford receive a high-quality education.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Connecticut Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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