Stamford School District

The Stamford School District in Connecticut comprises 21 schools, including 13 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, and 3 high schools, serving students from diverse backgrounds. While the district as a whole faces challenges, with a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger and performance below state averages, a few standout schools are providing a higher-quality education.

The Academy of Information Technology & Engineering, a public magnet high school, significantly outperforms the district and state on standardized tests, with 64.7% of 11th graders proficient or better in SAT/English Language Arts and 45% proficient or better in NGSS/Science. Similarly, the Rogers International School, a public magnet elementary/middle school, also exceeds district and state averages, with 55.7% of 5th graders proficient or better in SBAC/English Language Arts. Another high-performing public magnet school is Strawberry Hill an ext. of Rogers International, where 73.3% of 7th graders were proficient or better in SBAC/English Language Arts.

While the Stamford School District faces significant challenges, with overall low performance and high rates of economic disadvantage, the success of the magnet schools suggests that this model may be an effective approach for improving educational outcomes in the district. Addressing disparities in performance and ensuring equitable resource allocation could be key priorities for district leaders as they work to support all students in the Stamford community.