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From its earliest days in the 17th century, Stamford Connecticut, was a well known farming community. It transformed in a manufacturing center in the 1800’s and now has emerged as one of the most vibrant and prosperous cities in the Northeast. A multi-faceted community, Stamford is the third largest corporate center in the nation, home to Fortune 500 companies as well as many small family owned businesses. Residents enjoy a rich cultural life, a nationally recognized public school system, excellent recreational facilities and parks, beaches and marinas, live theater and the finest in area shopping and dining.

Only 47 Minutes to Manhattan, Stamford maintains its suburban character with housing that ranges from gracious homes on wooded acreage in North Stamford to elegant waterfront homes and condominiums on Long Island Sound. Stamford provides a New England setting, combined with the big city convenience and small town charm.

Population
Over 125,000

Area
39 Square Miles

Schools
The mission of Stamford Public Schools is to prepare each and every student for higher education and success in the 21st century. The district comprises 16,000 students, 1,500 professionals, and 20 schools, including six magnet and two International Baccalaureate schools. Stamford has a total of 12 elementary schools, 5 middle schools and 3 high schools.

Stamford is proud that our district is as rich in diversity as it is in talent. We have students from many cultural backgrounds and geographic locations—as demonstrated by the more than 73 different languages spoken in the homes of our families. Stamford Public Schools offers our students a learning experience rich in cultural diversity and reflective of the global society in which they will work and live.

Elementary Schools (Grades K-5)

Middle Schools (Grades 6-8)

High Schools (Grades 9-12)

Private Schools

Medical Facilities

  • The Stamford Hospital
    Shelburne Road at West Broad Street 203-325-7000
  • Tully Health Center
    32 Strawberry Hill Court 203-276-2000
  • Bennett Cancer Center
    Shelburne Road 203-325-7199
  • Stamford Surgical Center
    1290 Summer Street 203-961-1345
  • Visiting Nurse and Hospice Care
    1029 East Main Street (203) 276-3000
  • Richard Rosenthal Hospice Residence
    30 Shelburne Road/West Broad St (203) 355-4000
  • Tandet Center for Continuing Care
    146 West Broad Street (203) 964-8500

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