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#59 of 202 private schools in CT

Top 29% of private schools

Villa Maria School

School

161 SKYMEADOW DR, Stamford, CT 06903

Private

Enrollment

61

Student-Teacher

2.3:1

Score

6.9

Grades

1st – 9th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Connecticut private schools

#59 of 202

In Stamford

#3 of 11

public schools

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Villa Maria School

6.9/10

School in Stamford · grades 1st – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Villa Maria School

Villa Maria School is a private school in Stamford, CT. Villa Maria School serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades 1st-9th, and has a 2.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Villa Maria School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #59 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it compares0.6 pts above CT schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • CT avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 61 students, Villa Maria 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 2.3:1 students to teachers, Villa Maria School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Villa Maria 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 Villa Maria School compares to 23 public schools serving similar grades in Stamford, CT

Student-Teacher Ratio
2.3:1
This School
vs
12.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
61
This School
vs
726
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.9
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 78.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 9.8% vs 0%
Black 3.3% vs 0%
Asian 3.3% vs 0%
Villa Maria School Stamford Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Villa Maria School (this school) 6.9
Scofield Middle School 6.3
Northeast School 5.6
Davenport Ridge School 6.9
Turn of River School 3.7
Westhill High School 5.8
Springdale School 6.2
Newfield School 5.9
Roxbury School 6.8
The Academy of Information Technology & Engineering 6.8
Rippowam Middle School 3.7
Toquam Magnet School 4.9
Dolan School 4.8
Stillmeadow School 6.4
Strawberry Hill an ext. of Rogers International 8.4
Julia A. Stark School 5.6
J. M. Wright Technical High School 6.2
Stamford High School 6.2
Cloonan School 3.7
Hart School 7.2
Westover School 6.4

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 2.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 37%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 61
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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 78.7%
Hispanic 9.8%
Two or More 4.9%
Black 3.3%
Asian 3.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

161 SKYMEADOW DR, Stamford, CT 06903

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Villa Maria School may also want to explore other schools in the area. BI-CULTURAL HEBREW ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, NEW CANAAN COUNTRY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby New Canaan), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Stamford, see our Stamford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
BI-CULTURAL HEBREW ACADEMY Stamford 0.2 mi 6.6
Scofield Middle School Stamford 0.4 mi 6.3
THE CHILDREN'S SCHOOL Stamford 1.4 mi 6.4
Northeast School Stamford 1.5 mi 5.6
West School New Canaan 1.5 mi 9.7
NEW CANAAN COUNTRY SCHOOL New Canaan 1.8 mi 6.3
Davenport Ridge School Stamford 2.9 mi 6.9
Turn of River School Stamford 3.2 mi 3.7
THE LONG RIDGE SCHOOL Stamford 2.5 mi 5.7
THE MEAD SCHOOL Stamford 2.6 mi 6.7
THE CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF STAMFORD Stamford 3.2 mi 5.6
Westhill High School Stamford 3.6 mi 5.8
CARDINAL KUNG ACADEMY Stamford 3.6 mi 6.0
Newfield School Stamford 3.7 mi 5.9
MATER SALVATORIS COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Stamford 3.7 mi 7.1
Roxbury School Stamford 3.8 mi 6.8
Springdale School Stamford 3.7 mi 6.2
Rippowam Middle School Stamford 4.1 mi 3.7
The Academy of Information Technology & Engineering Stamford 4.1 mi 6.8
South School New Canaan 3.4 mi 9.7

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

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HOPE ACADEMY Orange, CT 7.0
ASPIRE LIVING AND LEARNING ACADEMY Stratford, CT 6.7
THE PINNACLE SCHOOL Stamford, CT 6.7
WHITNEY HALL SCHOOL Hamden, CT 6.7
MILESTONES BEHAVIORAL SERVICES Milford, CT 7.2
RAYMOND HILL SCHOOL New Britain, CT 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Villa Maria School

What grades does Villa Maria School serve?

Villa Maria School serves students in grades 1st through 9th.

How many students attend Villa Maria School?

Villa Maria School has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Villa Maria School?

The student-teacher ratio at Villa Maria School is 2.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Villa Maria School rank in CT?

Villa Maria School ranks #59 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is Villa Maria School's MySchoolScout rating?

Villa Maria School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Villa Maria School a private school?

Yes, Villa Maria School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Villa Maria School a religious school?

Villa Maria School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 9th
Enrollment
61
Gender Split
72% M / 28% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
2.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Fairfield County

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