Best Connecticut Private Schools (2023-24)

For the 2023-24 school year, there are 413 private schools serving 63,087 students in Connecticut (there are 1,001 public schools, serving 496,931 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 $23,266 for elementary schools and $41,805 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Connecticut include Kingswood Oxford School, St. Joseph High School and King School.
The average acceptance rate is 69% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 30% and the student:teacher ratio is 8:1.
43% of schools are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Connecticut Private Schools by County (2023-24)

County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
114
23,483
29%
105
13,013
29%
99
13,048
37%
11
1,362
29%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Connecticut?
The best top ranked private schools in Connecticut include Kingswood Oxford School, St. Joseph High School and King School.
How many private schools are located in Connecticut?
413 private schools are located in Connecticut.
How much do private schools cost in Connecticut?
The average private school tuition in Connecticut is $23,266 for elementary schools and $41,805 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%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Connecticut?
43% of private schools in Connecticut are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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