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Turn of River School

117 Vine Rd., Stamford, CT, 06905

About Turn of River School

Turn of River School is a public middle school in Stamford, Connecticut, for students in grades 6–8. The school has 624 students and a 10:1 student-to-teacher ratio, which means that classes are smaller and teachers can give more personalized instruction and interact more directly with students. Math, science, social studies, and English language arts are all part of the full curriculum at Turn of River School. Students can also choose to take electives like music, art, technology, and physical education, which help them grow in both their bodies and their minds. The school is mostly about helping students get better at schoolwork, and it gives extra help to those who need it to get good grades. The student body is diverse, which is a reflection of the fact that Stamford has a lot of different racial and economic backgrounds. School records show that 20% of students are good at math and 32% are good at reading and English language arts.This shows that they are good at reading and writing but still need to work on their math skills. Funding per student meets Connecticut state standards, which means there will be enough money for both core and enrichment programs. Overall, Turn of River School is a great choice for families in Stamford because it offers a structured and supportive environment with both academic and extracurricular activities.

Contact Information

Address

117 Vine Rd., Stamford, CT, 06905

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Phone

(203) 977-4284

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 20%
Reading 32%
State average proficiency is 20% in Math and 32% in Reading.
62
Full-time Teachers
10 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
624
Total Students
$49860
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 99 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Turn of River School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM - 2:40 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 23.4%
Asian 5.45%
Hispanic 56.09%
Black 11.86%
Two+ Races 2.88%
Native Am. 0%
White
23.4%
Asian
5.45%
Hispanic
56.09%
Black
11.86%
Two+ Races
2.88%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 624
46.47%
290 Female
53.53%
334 Male

Student Population

624 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 10 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

312 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

During the fall of 2024, Turn of River Middle School hosted a volunteer beautification day, during which 38 students and family members participated in planting, courtyard cleanup, and decorating bulletin boards. This event helped build community spirit and student leadership while improving the school’s environment.

FAQ

Q1. What kinds of arts programs does Scofield Middle School have?

Ans. Students can take part in activities related to band, choir, visual arts, and theater.

Q2. Are there programs that meet after school?

Ans. Yes, the school has clubs for enrichment, academic help, and fun activities.

Q3. How does Scofield Middle School help students stay healthy?

Ans. Physical education, counseling services, and school programs all help people stay healthy.

Q4. Do schools want parents to be involved in their kids' lives?

Ans. Parents can volunteer, go to events, and join parent groups.

Q5. How do you reward students for good behavior?

Ans. Awards, certificates, and public praise at school events are all forms of recognition.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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