St. Rita Elementry School is a catholic parish elementary school that provides the opportunity for students to achieve academic excellence in a nurturing, faith-filled environment.
We prepare our students to be responsible Christian citizens who can make sound, moral choices and think critically to meet the challenges of today's rapidly changing society and those they will face in the future.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Top Ranked CT School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Average class size: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Rita School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Student Body
Total Students
351 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
29%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniform
School Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
School Notes
- St. Rita School is one of the largest Catholic elementary schools in the Hartford archdiocese, serving over 300 students in pre-kindergarten through the 8th grade.For over three generations, we have welcomed all families who want to provide their children with the excellent academic program, nurturing environment, and spiritual foundation of a Catholic education. Our highly qualified faculty and staff are dedicated to helping students reach their full potential. Since our founding in 1956, our students have been deeply involved in our parish and our community. They learn early on the importance and satisfaction of serving and enriching the lives of others.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does St. Rita School offer?
St. Rita School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Soccer and Softball.
What is St. Rita School's ranking?
St. Rita School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Rita School?
The application deadline for St. Rita School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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