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#82 of 202 private schools in CT

Top 40% of private schools

The Spire School

High School

201 HIGH RIDGE RD, Stamford, CT 06950

Private

Enrollment

40

Student-Teacher

1.6:1

Score

6.6

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Connecticut private schools

#82 of 202

In Stamford

#7 of 11

public schools

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The Spire School

6.6/10

High School in Stamford · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About The Spire School

The Spire School is a private high school in Stamford, CT. The Spire School serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 1.6:1 student-teacher ratio. The Spire School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #82 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it compares0.5 pts above CT schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • CT avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 40 students, The Spire 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 1.6:1 students to teachers, The Spire School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Spire 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 Spire School compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Stamford, CT

Student-Teacher Ratio
1.6:1
This School
vs
13.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
40
This School
vs
882
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
5.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 82.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 10% vs 0%
Black 2.5% vs 0%
Asian 2.5% vs 0%
The Spire School Stamford Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
The Spire School (this school) 6.6
Rippowam Middle School 3.7
The Academy of Information Technology & Engineering 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
Cloonan School 3.7
Turn of River School 3.7
Stamford High School 6.2
Stamford Charter School for Excellence 5.0
Rogers International School 8.0
Scofield Middle School 6.3

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 1.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.5 / 10
View breakdown
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+ 4.1 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 31%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 2.9 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 40
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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 82.5%
Hispanic 10.0%
Black 2.5%
Asian 2.5%
Two or More 2.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

201 HIGH RIDGE RD, Stamford, CT 06950

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Spire School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. The Academy of Information Technology & Engineering (rated 6.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is J. M. Wright Technical High School (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Stamford High School (rated 6.2/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Stamford, see our Stamford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
THE PINNACLE SCHOOL Stamford 0.0 mi 6.7
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

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School Rating
FUSION ACADEMY FF: FAIRFIELD Fairfield, CT 6.5
BEN BRONZ ACADEMY West Hatford, CT 6.9
CEDARHURST SCHOOL Hamden, CT 6.1
LEARNING CLINIC Brooklyn, CT 6.1
RIVER RUN ACADEMY AT THE SUSAN WAYNE CTR OF EXCEL Thompson, CT 7.1
THE FOUNDATION SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Milford, CT 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Spire School

What grades does The Spire School serve?

The Spire School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend The Spire School?

The Spire School has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at The Spire School is 1.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does The Spire School rank in CT?

The Spire School ranks #82 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is The Spire School's MySchoolScout rating?

The Spire School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is The Spire School a private school?

Yes, The Spire 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 Spire School a religious school?

No, The Spire 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
7th – 12th
Enrollment
40
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
1.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
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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