Serving 543 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). 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 29:1 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 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Stamford Charter School For Excellence's student population of 543 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
543 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Stamford Charter School For Excellence ranks within the top 10% of all 939 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
#82 out of 939 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
22%
5%
Hispanic
31%
32%
Black
40%
12%
White
3%
46%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stamford Charter School For Excellence's ranking?
Stamford Charter School For Excellence is ranked #82 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Stamford Charter School For Excellence often compared to?
Stamford Charter School For Excellenceis often viewed alongside schools like Strawberry Hill An Ext. Of Rogers International, Rogers International School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
543 students attend Stamford Charter School For Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Stamford Charter School For Excellence students are Black, 31% 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 29:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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