University School serves 26 students in grades 9-12. The student:teacher of University School is 3:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CT School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 26 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
University School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1890
School Calendar
Campus Size
220
Student Body
Total Students
26 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
81%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
School Notes
- School Motto: Responsibility, Loyalty, Consideration
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Scott Boehnen - Notable educator and author -
- Numerous Broadway actors among alumni -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are famous alumni from University School?
University School famous alumni include: Scott Boehnen - Notable educator and author and Numerous Broadway actors among alumni.
What is University School's ranking?
University School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for University School?
The application deadline for University School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to University School is Kolbe Cathedral High School (0.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Catholic Academy Of Bridgeport/st Raphael Academy (0.2 miles away)
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Grades: PK-3 | 195 students 0.2 miles 324 Frank St
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 333-6818
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 333-6818
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PK-3
195
Grades: 4-8 | 232 students 0.4 miles 63 Pequonnock St
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 366-6500
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 366-6500
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4-8
232
Grades: 9-12 | 326 students 0.5 miles 33 Calhoun Pl
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 334-2554
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 334-2554
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9-12
326
Grades: PK-3 | 114 students 0.8 miles 500 State St
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 333-2211
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 333-2211
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PK-3
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Mercaz Community High School For Jewish Studies
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Grades: 9-12 | 134 students 1 miles 2385 Park Ave
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 450-5303
Bridgeport, CT 06604
(203) 450-5303
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