Serving 642 students in grades 9-12, The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineering ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineering ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineering's student population of 642 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineering ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineering is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#456 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
40%
30%
Black
13%
12%
White
32%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineering's ranking?
The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineering is ranked #456 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineering often compared to?
The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineeringis often viewed alongside schools like Westhill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineering?
The graduation rate of The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineering is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineering?
642 students attend The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineering.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineering students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineering?
The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineering has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineering offer ?
The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineering offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineering part of?
The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineering is part of Stamford School District.
In what neighborhood is The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineering located?
The Academy Of Information Technology & Engineering is located in the Turn Of River Newfield neighborhood of Stamford, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Turn Of River Newfield.
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