Serving 540 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Stamford Charter School For Excellence ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stamford Charter School For Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Stamford Charter School For Excellence's student population of 540 students has grown by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stamford Charter School For Excellence ranks within the top 10% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stamford Charter School For Excellence is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#60 out of 942 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
22%
5%
Hispanic
29%
31%
Black
42%
12%
White
3%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stamford Charter School For Excellence's ranking?
Stamford Charter School For Excellence is ranked #60 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Stamford Charter School For Excellence often compared to?
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What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Stamford Charter School For Excellence?
540 students attend Stamford Charter School For Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Stamford Charter School For Excellence students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stamford Charter School For Excellence?
Stamford Charter School For Excellence has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Stamford Charter School For Excellence offer ?
Stamford Charter School For Excellence offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Stamford Charter School For Excellence part of?
Stamford Charter School For Excellence is part of Stamford Charter School For Excellence School District.
In what neighborhood is Stamford Charter School For Excellence located?
Stamford Charter School For Excellence is located in the West Side neighborhood of Stamford, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in West Side.
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