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Very Good

#358 of 990 schools in CT

Top 36% in state

Hart School

Elementary School · Stamford School District

61 Adams Ave., Stamford, CT 06902

Enrollment

598

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#358 of 990

In Stamford

#3 of 23

public schools

In district

#3 of 21

Stamford School District

Academic growth

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Hart School

7.2/10

Elementary School in Stamford · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.7/10

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About Hart School

Hart School is a public elementary school in Stamford, CT, part of Stamford School District. Hart School serves approximately 598 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Hart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #358 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Hart School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.4
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,034
Chronic Absenteeism22.9%

Hart School — Students at Hart School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 58.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
79%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
80%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
50%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
45%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.

How Hart School Compares

See how Hart School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
64th percentile in CT
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
6.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
52%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

Location

61 Adams Ave., Stamford, CT 06902

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hart School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. International School At Dundee (rated 9.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Riverside), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Mianus School (rated 9.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Riverside), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Strawberry Hill an ext. of Rogers International (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stamford, see our Stamford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Cloonan School Stamford 0.1 mi 3.7
J. M. Wright Technical High School Stamford 0.3 mi 6.2
Stamford Charter School for Excellence Stamford 0.3 mi 5.0
Westover School Stamford 0.7 mi 6.4
Stamford High School Stamford 0.8 mi 6.2
Strawberry Hill an ext. of Rogers International Stamford 0.9 mi 8.4
Stillmeadow School Stamford 1.0 mi 6.4
WATERSIDE SCHOOL Stamford 1.2 mi 8.1
THE SPIRE SCHOOL Stamford 1.5 mi 6.6
THE PINNACLE SCHOOL Stamford 1.5 mi 6.7
Julia A. Stark School Stamford 1.5 mi 5.6
Rippowam Middle School Stamford 1.9 mi 3.7
The Academy of Information Technology & Engineering Stamford 1.9 mi 6.8
FUSION ACADEMY - GREENWICH Stamford 2.0 mi
International School At Dundee Riverside 1.6 mi 9.7
Dolan School Stamford 1.9 mi 4.8
North Mianus School Riverside 1.7 mi 9.6
Toquam Magnet School Stamford 2.0 mi 4.9
Rogers International School Stamford 1.8 mi 8.0
Newfield School Stamford 2.3 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06902 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,527

Median Home Value

$515,000

Median Rent

$2,139/mo

Population

72,915

College Educated

43.6%

Homeownership

40.9%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Median Age

37.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hart School

What grades does Hart School serve?

Hart School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Hart School?

Hart School has an enrollment of approximately 598 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hart School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hart School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hart School rank in CT?

Hart School ranks #358 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Hart School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hart School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Hart School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hart School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hart School a charter school?

No, Hart School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hart School a Title I school?

No, Hart School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hart School?

51.5% of students at Hart School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
81 Very Walkable
Transit Score
66 Good Transit
Bike Score
71 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 9
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.9%

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