Fusion Academy Greenwich Photo - Each Fusion campus has a state-of-the-art music studio with professional-grade tools. Students can explore instruments, vocals, songwriting, DJ performing arts, and more.

Best Stamford Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 15 private schools serving 2,898 students in Stamford, CT (there are 23 public schools, serving 16,702 public students). 15% of all K-12 students in Stamford, CT are educated in private schools (compared to the CT state average of 12%).
The top-ranked private schools in Stamford, CT include Holy Trinity Catholic Middle School, King School, and Bi-cultural Hebrew Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 75%, which is higher than the Connecticut private school average acceptance rate of 71%.
40% of private schools in Stamford, CT are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

Top-Ranked Stamford Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
King School
King School Photo - Grade 1 students participating in STEM activities.
1450 Newfield Ave
Stamford, CT 06905
(203) 322-3496
Gr: PK-12 | 718 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 42 Tuition listed
Fusion Academy Greenwich
Fusion Academy Greenwich Photo - Each Fusion campus has a state-of-the-art music studio with professional-grade tools. Students can explore instruments, vocals, songwriting, DJ performing arts, and more.
Alternative School
66 Gatehouse Road
Stamford, CT 06902
(877) 673-8893
Gr: 6-12 Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition listed
The Long Ridge School
The Long Ridge School Photo - Micheal G. Harris Arts and Athletics Center
(7)
478 Erskine Road
Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 322-7693
Gr: NS-5 | 94 students Avg. class size: 14 students Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
Bi-cultural Hebrew Academy
(Jewish)
(3)
2186 High Ridge Rd
Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 329-2186
Gr: PK-12 | 327 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Catholic Academy Of Stamford
(Catholic)
1186 Newfield Ave
Stamford, CT 06905
(203) 322-6505
Gr: PK-8 | 253 students
Holy Trinity Catholic Middle School
Holy Trinity Catholic Middle School Photo
(Catholic)
(1)
948 Newfield Avenue
Stamford, CT 06905
(704) 527-7822
Gr: 6-8 | 723 students
Waterside School
Waterside School Photo - During the week of June 18, Waterside School welcomed back rising juniors and seniors for an intensive College Boot Camp. Students from Waterside's class of 2012 and class of 2013 worked all week on college essays, resumes, and interview practice. Guidance counselors and directors of admission shared their expertise on college affordability and the college search, and juniors and seniors.
770 Pacific St
Stamford, CT 06902
(203) 975-8579
Gr: PK-5 | 134 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Aspire Living & Learning Academy
Special Education School
5 Riverbend Dr
Stamford, CT 06907
(203) 385-5729
Gr: 1-12 | 25 students
The Children's School
Montessori School
118 Scofieldtown Rd
Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 329-8815
Gr: K-3 | 50 students
403 Scofieldtown Rd
Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 489-0977
Gr: PK-6 | 129 students
The Mead School
The Mead School Photo
1095 Riverbank Road
Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 595-9500
Gr: PK-8 | 174 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
Our Lady Of Grace Nursery School & Kindergarten
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
(1)
635 Glenbrook Road
Stamford, CT 06906
(203) 348-5531
Gr: PK-K | 110 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Pinnacle School
The Pinnacle School Photo
Special Education School
201 High Ridge Road
Stamford, CT 06905
(203) 409-0068
Gr: 2-12 | 63 students Avg. class size: 4 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
The Spire School
Special Education School
(5)
201 High Ridge Road
Stamford, CT 06905
(203) 409-0066
Gr: 7-12 | 37 students Acceptance rate listed
Villa Maria School
Villa Maria School Photo - Spring at Villa Maria School, Stamford CT
Special Education School (Catholic)
161 Sky Meadow Drive
Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 322-5886
Gr: K-9 | 61 students Avg. class size: 4 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
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Stamford, Connecticut Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1170 Shippan Ave
Stamford, CT 06902
(203) 348-1155
Gr: PK-5 | 125 students
1 Schuyler Avenue
Stamford, CT 06902
(203) 323-4844
Gr: K-8 | 137 students
403 Scofieldtown Rd
Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 966-0786
Gr: K-8 Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
926 Newfield Ave
Stamford, CT 06905
(203) 487-8242
Gr: 9-12 | 335 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition listed

Overview

This Town (Stamford)
This State (CT)
# Schools
15 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
2,898 Students
64,262 Students
% Average Students of Color
22%
31%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
414 Teachers
7,938 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
8:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
72%
70%
Average Class Size
10 students
14 students
Average Number of AP Courses
21 courses
16 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$36,928
$28,433
Average Summer Program Cost
$5,300
$4,239
Average % on Financial Aid
25%
36%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$15,000
$17,051
Average Acceptance Rate
75%
71%
Average Endowment Size
$40 million
$59.94 million

Students by Ethnicity:

0.51
0.63
# American Indian Students
2 Students
716 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
144 Students
2,908 Students
% Asian Students
5%
5%
# Hispanic Students
184 Students
5,564 Students
% Hispanic Students
6%
9%
# Black Students
142 Students
4,896 Students
% Black Students
5%
8%
# White Students
2,066 Students
35,016 Students
% White Students
68%
56%
# Hawaiian Students
5 Students
63 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
482 Students
12,804 Students
% of Others Students
16%
21%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
14 extracurriculars
13 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
5 sports
10 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in Stamford, CT?
The top-ranked private schools in Stamford, CT include Holy Trinity Catholic Middle School, King School, and Bi-cultural Hebrew Academy.
How many private schools are located in Stamford?
15 private schools are located in Stamford.
How diverse are private schools in Stamford?
Stamford private schools are approximately 22% minority students, which is lower than the Connecticut private school average of 31%.
What percentage of students in Stamford go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in Stamford are educated in private schools (compared to the CT state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Stamford?
40% of private schools in Stamford are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).
Which private schools in Stamford are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in Stamford include: The Spire School vs. The Pinnacle School, The Pinnacle School vs. The Spire School

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