Fairfield College Preparatory
School Notes Overview:
Fairfield College Preparatory School is by tradition and choice a Jesuit, Catholic high school of excellence. The mission of Fairfield Prep is to offer its students the finest preparation for college; to inspire in its students a lifelong love of learning; to invite each student to deepen his relationship with God; to encourage each student’s social, cultural and physical development; and to challenge its students to become leaders, living as men of conscience, compassion and action. Fairfield Prep strives to accomplish this mission by demonstrating personal care and concern for all of its students and by celebrating their unique gifts and diversity. In turn, students are expected to become responsible participants in the Prep community and beyond and are encouraged to use their talents in the service of others, especially to those in need....
School Overview:
Fairfield College Preparatory |
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| School Membership(s) |
Jesuit Secondary Education Association (JSEA) National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
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| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic | |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9 - 12 | |
| County | Fairfield County, CT | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 903 students | |
| Student Body Type | All-boys | |
This School |
(CT) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 13% | 23% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Grade 9 - 224 students | ||
| Grade 10 - 240 students | ||
| Grade 11 - 230 students | ||
| Grade 12 - 209 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 56 teachers | |
This School |
(CT) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:15 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 180 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 5 hours | 6 hours |
School Notes:
- Fairfield College Preparatory School is by tradition and choice a Jesuit, Catholic high school of excellence. The mission of Fairfield Prep is to offer its students the finest preparation for college; to inspire in its students a lifelong love of learning; to invite each student to deepen his relationship with God; to encourage each student’s social, cultural and physical development; and to challenge its students to become leaders, living as men of conscience, compassion and action. Fairfield Prep strives to accomplish this mission by demonstrating personal care and concern for all of its students and by celebrating their unique gifts and diversity. In turn, students are expected to become responsible participants in the Prep community and beyond and are encouraged to use their talents in the service of others, especially to those in need.
- Profile last updated: 02/03/2007
In the News:
- LTJG Jonathan R. Nelson earns his Navy Wings of Gold (Ridgefield Press)
posted on October 26, 2009 at 10:39:47 am
LTJG Jonathan R. Nelson was awarded his “Wings of Gold” and designated a naval flight officer and air intercept controller in Norfolk, Va., on Sept. 30 by Rear Admiral R. J. O’Hanlon, commander, Naval Air Force Atlantic. - Local doctor has novel approach to concussions (Norwalk Advocate)
posted on October 25, 2009 at 12:05:21 pm
For 11 years, Charlie Snedacker was lucky. Though he loved sports, including lacrosse and skateboarding, Charlie, who lives in Norwalk, had never once gotten a concussion. But luck often runs out, and Charlie's did. - Local doctor has novel approach to concussions (Stamford Advocate)
posted on October 25, 2009 at 04:45:14 am
For 11 years, Charlie Snedacker was lucky. Though he loved sports, including lacrosse and skateboarding, Charlie, who lives in Norwalk, had never once gotten a concussion. - Smriga named state's attorney for Fairfield judicial district (Stamford Advocate)
posted on July 16, 2009 at 11:50:56 pm
BRIDGEPORT -- John C. Smriga has been named the new state's attorney for the Fairfield Judicial District, succeeding his former boss, Jonathan Benedict, who held the post for the last 12 years. - Ridgefield Academy graduates 26 eighth graders (Ridgefield Press)
posted on June 22, 2009 at 10:13:48 am
Ridgefield Academy held commencement ceremonies on June 12 for its largest class to date, with 26 graduating eighth grade students.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (06824) | School Zip (06824) |
(CT) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | n/a | 3,405,565 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | n/a | 41% |
| Population Average Age | n/a | 37 years old |
| Average Household size | n/a | 2.4 persons |
| Median Household Income | n/a | $56,323 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | n/a | 5.6 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | n/a | 48 years old |
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| % Owning / % Renting | n/a / n/a | 64% / 36% |
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Nearby Schools:
- Kolbe Cathedral High School - 310 students - 3.3 mi. away - view location
- Bridgeport International Academy - 67 students - 3.5 mi. away - view location
- University School - 26 students - 4.2 mi. away - view location
- Notre Dame Catholic High School - 570 students - 4.3 mi. away - view location
- St. Joseph High School - 848 students - 8.2 mi. away - view location
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