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#73 of 202 private schools in CT

Top 36% of private schools

The Pinnacle School

School

201 HIGH RIDGE RD, Stamford, CT 06905

Private

Enrollment

69

Student-Teacher

2.8:1

Score

6.7

Grades

3rd – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Connecticut private schools

#73 of 202

In Stamford

#5 of 11

public schools

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The Pinnacle School

6.7/10

School in Stamford · grades 3rd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.6/10

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About The Pinnacle School

The Pinnacle School is a private school in Stamford, CT. The Pinnacle School serves approximately 69 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 2.8:1 student-teacher ratio. The Pinnacle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #73 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it compares0.4 pts above CT schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • CT avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 69 students, The Pinnacle 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 2.8:1 students to teachers, The Pinnacle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Pinnacle 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

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How The Pinnacle School compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Stamford, CT

Student-Teacher Ratio
2.8:1
This School
vs
12.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
69
This School
vs
726
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 88.4% vs 0%
Black 8.7% vs 0%
Asian 2.9% vs 0%
The Pinnacle School Stamford Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
The Pinnacle School (this school) 6.7
Rippowam Middle School 3.7
The Academy of Information Technology & Engineering 6.8
Stillmeadow School 6.4
Newfield School 5.9
Roxbury School 6.8
Strawberry Hill an ext. of Rogers International 8.4
Westhill High School 5.8
J. M. Wright Technical High School 6.2
Dolan School 4.8
Toquam Magnet School 4.9
Cloonan School 3.7
Turn of River School 3.7
Stamford High School 6.2
Hart School 7.2
Julia A. Stark School 5.6
Westover School 6.4
Stamford Charter School for Excellence 5.0
Davenport Ridge School 6.9
Springdale School 6.2
Rogers International School 8.0

Showing 20 of 23 schools. View all schools in Stamford

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 2.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,274
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 21%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.9 / 10
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Enrollment 69
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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)

White 88.4%
Black 8.7%
Asian 2.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

201 HIGH RIDGE RD, Stamford, CT 06905

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Pinnacle School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Strawberry Hill an ext. of Rogers International (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hart School (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MATER SALVATORIS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Stamford, see our Stamford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
THE SPIRE SCHOOL Stamford 0.0 mi 6.6
Rippowam Middle School Stamford 0.4 mi 3.7
The Academy of Information Technology & Engineering Stamford 0.4 mi 6.8
Stillmeadow School Stamford 0.9 mi 6.4
Newfield School Stamford 0.9 mi 5.9
J. M. Wright Technical High School Stamford 1.2 mi 6.2
Roxbury School Stamford 1.1 mi 6.8
Strawberry Hill an ext. of Rogers International Stamford 1.1 mi 8.4
MATER SALVATORIS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Stamford 1.2 mi 7.1
CARDINAL KUNG ACADEMY Stamford 1.2 mi 6.0
Cloonan School Stamford 1.4 mi 3.7
Westhill High School Stamford 1.2 mi 5.8
Turn of River School Stamford 1.4 mi 3.7
Hart School Stamford 1.5 mi 7.2
Stamford High School Stamford 1.5 mi 6.2
Dolan School Stamford 1.3 mi 4.8
Toquam Magnet School Stamford 1.3 mi 4.9
Westover School Stamford 1.7 mi 6.4
Stamford Charter School for Excellence Stamford 1.8 mi 5.0
THE CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF STAMFORD Stamford 1.7 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06905 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,730

Median Home Value

$608,700

Median Rent

$2,330/mo

Population

20,126

College Educated

62.1%

Homeownership

60.8%

Avg Commute

28.3 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

40.8

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ASPIRE LIVING AND LEARNING ACADEMY Stratford, CT 6.7
WHITNEY HALL SCHOOL Hamden, CT 6.7
VILLA MARIA SCHOOL Stamford, CT 6.9
HOPE ACADEMY Orange, CT 7.0
MELIORA ACADEMY Meriden, CT 6.2
MILESTONES BEHAVIORAL SERVICES Milford, CT 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Pinnacle School

What grades does The Pinnacle School serve?

The Pinnacle School serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.

How many students attend The Pinnacle School?

The Pinnacle School has an enrollment of approximately 69 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Pinnacle School?

The student-teacher ratio at The Pinnacle School is 2.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Pinnacle School rank in CT?

The Pinnacle School ranks #73 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is The Pinnacle School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Pinnacle 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 Pinnacle School a private school?

Yes, The Pinnacle 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 Pinnacle School a religious school?

No, The Pinnacle School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
69
Gender Split
90% M / 10% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
2.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
182 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Fairfield County

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