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Connecticut Alternative Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 11 alternative private schools serving 691 students in Connecticut.

The average acceptance rate is 83%, which is higher than the Connecticut private school average acceptance rate of 72%.

27% of alternative private schools in Connecticut are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Pentecostal).

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 11
# Students Served: 691

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 11
# Students Served: 691

Connecticut Alternative Private School Trends

Private Schools

691

Students

$32,973

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

25%

Students of Color

6:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

How many alternative private schools are located in Connecticut?

11 alternative private schools are located in Connecticut.

How diverse are alternative private schools in Connecticut?

Connecticut alternative private schools are approximately 25% minority students, which is lower than the Connecticut private school average of 33%.

What percentage of alternative private schools are religiously affiliated in Connecticut?

27% of alternative private schools in Connecticut are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Pentecostal).

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