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#68 of 202 private schools in CT
Top 33% of private schools
The Mead School
Elementary School
1095 RIVERBANK RD, Stamford, CT 06903
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
60
Student-Teacher
3.5:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#68 of 202
In Stamford
#4 of 11
public schools
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The Mead School
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About The Mead School
The Mead School is a private elementary school in Stamford, CT. The Mead School serves approximately 60 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 3.5:1 student-teacher ratio. The Mead School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #68 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 60 students, The Mead School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 3.5:1 students to teachers, The Mead School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Mead School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow The Mead School compares to 19 public schools serving similar grades in Stamford, CT
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Mead School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Scofield Middle School | 6.3 |
| Northeast School | 5.6 |
| Roxbury School | 6.8 |
| Turn of River School | 3.7 |
| Davenport Ridge School | 6.9 |
| Rippowam Middle School | 3.7 |
| Newfield School | 5.9 |
| Stillmeadow School | 6.4 |
| Springdale School | 6.2 |
| Toquam Magnet School | 4.9 |
| Dolan School | 4.8 |
| Westover School | 6.4 |
| Strawberry Hill an ext. of Rogers International | 8.4 |
| Cloonan School | 3.7 |
| Hart School | 7.2 |
| Julia A. Stark School | 5.6 |
| Stamford Charter School for Excellence | 5.0 |
| Rogers International School | 8.0 |
| K. T. Murphy School | 5.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CT.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CT
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1095 RIVERBANK RD, Stamford, CT 06903
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Mead School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parkway School (rated 9.4/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Greenwich), which scores notably higher. Another option is WHITBY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Greenwich), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Davenport Ridge School (rated 6.9/10, 3.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Stamford, see our Stamford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE LONG RIDGE SCHOOL Stamford | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Scofield Middle School Stamford | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Westhill High School Stamford | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
| VILLA MARIA SCHOOL Stamford | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| THE CHILDREN'S SCHOOL Stamford | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Roxbury School Stamford | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Northeast School Stamford | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| BI-CULTURAL HEBREW ACADEMY Stamford | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| WHITBY SCHOOL Greenwich | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Parkway School Greenwich | 3.0 mi | 9.4 |
| GREENWICH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenwich | 4.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Turn of River School Stamford | 3.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Rippowam Middle School Stamford | 3.9 mi | 3.7 |
| The Academy of Information Technology & Engineering Stamford | 3.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Newfield School Stamford | 3.9 mi | 5.9 |
| THE SPIRE SCHOOL Stamford | 4.1 mi | 6.6 |
| THE PINNACLE SCHOOL Stamford | 4.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Davenport Ridge School Stamford | 3.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Stillmeadow School Stamford | 4.4 mi | 6.4 |
| THE CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF STAMFORD Stamford | 3.8 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06903 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$203,438
Median Home Value
$893,900
Median Rent
$2,899/mo
Population
13,630
College Educated
70.4%
Homeownership
92.5%
Avg Commute
39.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
50.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FARMINGTON VALLEY ACADEMY MONTESSORI Avon, CT | 6.7 |
| THE CHILDREN'S TREE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Old Saybrook, CT | 6.7 |
| CARVER ACADEMY Wallingford, CT | 6.5 |
| OAK GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mansfield, CT | 6.9 |
| GRUMMAN HILL MONTESSORI ASSOC., INC. Wilton, CT | 7.0 |
| THE CHILDREN'S SCHOOL Stamford, CT | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Mead School
What grades does The Mead School serve?
The Mead School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend The Mead School?
The Mead School has an enrollment of approximately 60 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Mead School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Mead School is 3.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Mead School rank in CT?
The Mead School ranks #68 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is The Mead School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Mead School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Mead School a private school?
Yes, The Mead School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Mead School a religious school?
No, The Mead School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 60
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 169 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Fairfield County
- Phone
- (203) 595-9500
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