STAMFORD HIGH SCHOOL

Stamford High School is a public high school that is part of the Stamford School District school district, located in Stamford, CT with about 1,689 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 134 teachers, Stamford High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Stamford High School, located at 55 Strawberry Hill Avenue in Stamford, Connecticut, is one of the city's three public high schools and serves as a significant hub for secondary education in the region. As a comprehensive high school, it offers a diverse academic curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors programs, and various elective pathways designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school is known for its large and multicultural student body, which reflects the diverse demographic makeup of the surrounding Stamford community.

Beyond the classroom, Stamford High School maintains a vibrant extracurricular environment that emphasizes student engagement and school spirit. The institution supports a wide range of athletic teams, performing arts programs, and numerous student-run clubs that cater to various interests, from academic enrichment to community service. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere and providing resources for both academic and personal development, the school aims to cultivate a well-rounded learning experience for its students while upholding a tradition of civic involvement and educational achievement.

For more information, contact Stamford High School at (203) 977-4223 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

55 Strawberry Hill Ave.
Stamford, CT 06902-2608
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STAMFORD HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Stamford, CT with about 1,689 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Connecticut

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,689
Teachers:
134.98
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 1,689 students

Hispanic/Latino
38.7%
White
30.4%
Black or African American
23.2%
Asian
5.6%
Two or more races
2.1%

Female
49.7%
Male
50.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.