For the 2024 school year, there are 420 private schools serving 63,261 students in Connecticut (there are 1,001 public schools, serving 496,954 students). 11% of all K-12 students in Connecticut are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $23,349 for elementary schools and $41,936 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Connecticut include St. Luke's School, Kingswood Oxford School and New Canaan Country School.
The average acceptance rate is 69% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 30% and the student:teacher ratio is 8:1.
Top Ranked Connecticut Private Schools by County (2024)
Popular neighborhoods: North Stamford (6 schools), Wallingford Center (6 schools), Westville (4 schools), Downtown (3 schools), Central Manchester (3 schools).
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# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Connecticut?
The best top ranked private schools in Connecticut include St. Luke's School, Kingswood Oxford School and New Canaan Country School.
How many private schools are located in Connecticut?
420 private schools are located in Connecticut.
How much do private schools cost in Connecticut?
The average private school tuition in Connecticut is $23,349 for elementary schools and $41,936 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Connecticut?
Connecticut private schools are approximately 30% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Connecticut go to private school?
11% of all K-12 students in Connecticut are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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