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Best Connecticut Private Elementary Schools Offering Basketball Sport (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 86 private elementary schools offering basketball as an interscholastic sport serving 22,374 students in Connecticut.
The top ranked offering basketball sport private elementary schools in Connecticut include Hopkins School, Brunswick School, and Hamden Hall Country Day School.
The average tuition cost is $28,855, which is higher than the Connecticut private elementary school average tuition cost of $24,553.
55% of private elementary schools offering basketball sport in Connecticut are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Private Elementary Schools Offering Basketball Sport in Connecticut (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Easton Country Day School
Easton Country Day School Photo - Easton Country Day
(13)
660 Morehouse Road
Easton, CT 06612
(203) 268-5530
Gr: PK-12 | 246 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
Hamden Hall Country Day School
Hamden Hall Country Day School Photo - Between 15 and 20 percent of our graduating student-athletes compete at the collegiate Division I, II and III levels.
(Christian)
(4)
1108 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 752-2610
Gr: NS-12 | 650 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 21 | Extracurrculars: 45 Tuition listed
Hopkins School
Hopkins School Photo - Hopkins is a grade 7-12 grade gender-inclusive learning community located on 108 acres overlooking New Haven.
(6)
986 Forest Road
New Haven, CT 06515
(203) 397-1001
Gr: 7-12 | 715 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 21 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
King School
King School Photo - Grade 1 students participating in STEM activities.
1450 Newfield Ave
Stamford, CT 06905
(203) 322-3496
Gr: PK-12 | 718 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 42 Tuition listed
Kingswood Oxford School
Kingswood Oxford School Photo - Our mission and core values are the grounding force within our school, its very soul. Our mission is why we are here. Our values are what we do. Ask any KO student about the core value that resonates with them the most, and you`ll get thoughtful and meaningful answers. 'Care beyond self' always tops the list.
(1)
170 Kingswood Road
West Hartford, CT 06119
(860) 727-5000
Gr: 6-12 | 507 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 30 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
New Canaan Country School
New Canaan Country School Photo - Academics, arts, music and athletics are woven into our students' day to pique their curiosity and instill a joy of learning.
(9)
635 Frogtown Road
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 972-0771
Gr: NS-9 | 555 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 16 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Rectory School
Rectory School Photo - Rectory School, nestled on 138 acres in Pomfret, Connecticut, is a distinguished K-9 private institution renowned as a "Junior Boarding School." Offering both 5-day and 7-day boarding options for students in grades 5-9, Rectory ensures a comprehensive educational experience.
528 Pomfret Street
Pomfret, CT 06258
(860) 928-1328
Gr: K-9 Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 23 | Extracurrculars: 27 Tuition listed
Renbrook School
Renbrook School Photo - Renbrook School provides students in preschool through grade eight with a robust, purposeful, and developmentally appropriate educational experience of the highest caliber. Small classes in an intimate community of supportive and caring teachers allow for an individualized approach to learning enabling each child to learn to take appropriate risks and identify and cultivate his or her own strengths.
(17)
2865 Albany Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 236-1661
Gr: NS-8 | 373 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Ridgefield Academy
Ridgefield Academy Photo - In a school that is Pre-K to Grade 8 by design, childhood is valued and kids are encouraged to stay kids. Students have ample opportunities to play outdoors and indoors, and often can be seen rushing to recess each day on the Outdoor Campus Center, a bi-level playscape that provides endless opportunities for play and learning.
(12)
223 West Mountain Rd
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-1800
Gr: NS-8 | 535 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Luke's School
St. Luke's School Photo
377 North Wilton Road
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 801-4833
Gr: 5-12 | 587 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Watkinson School
Watkinson School Photo - 225 students from 43 towns, reflecting a wide range of academic, personal and socioeconomic backgrounds. Faculty includes 43 teachers, 26 of whom hold master's degrees or above. Student-teacher ratio 6:1. Average class size 14
(2)
180 Bloomfield Avenue
Hartford, CT 06105
(860) 236-5618
Gr: 6-12 | 240 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Williams School
The Williams School Photo
(5)
182 Mohegan Avenue
New London, CT 06320
(860) 443-5333
Gr: 6-12 | 191 students Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Thomas More School
St. Thomas More School Photo
(2)
45 Cottage Road
Oakdale, CT 06370
(860) 823-3861
Gr: 8-12 | 162 students Avg. class size: 9 students Sports: 9 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Thomas's Day School
St. Thomas's Day School Photo - Outdoor education is an important part of our Science curriculum!
(Episcopal)
(6)
830 Whitney Avenue
New Haven, CT 06511
(203) 776-2123
Gr: K-6 | 126 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
All Saints Catholic School
(Catholic)
139 W Rocks Rd
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 847-3881
Gr: PK-8 | 560 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Assumption Catholic School
Assumption Catholic School Photo
(Catholic)
(1)
605 Stratfield Rd
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 334-6271
Gr: PK-8 | 210 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Bi-cultural Hebrew Academy
(Jewish)
(3)
2186 High Ridge Rd
Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 329-2186
Gr: PK-12 | 327 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Brunswick School
Brunswick School Photo - Middle School Campus on King Street
All-boys
100 Maher Avenue
Greenwich, CT 06830
(203) 625-5800
Gr: PK-12 | 1,046 student Avg. class size: 11 students Sports: 20 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Chase Collegiate School
Chase Collegiate School Photo - Chase Collegiate School is situated on a 47 acre campus in Waterbury, CT. The School is comprised of 10 buildings, and hosts an outdoor pavilion, tennis courts, lacrosse, soccer, baseball and softball fields. The iconic pond in the center of campus is used for outdoor science lessons and winter ice skating.
565 Chase Parkway
Waterbury, CT 06708
(203) 236-9561
Gr: PK-12 | 164 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 11 Tuition listed
Christian Heritage School
Christian Heritage School Photo - CHS Kindergarten is reputed to have one of the highest quality programs in all of Fairfield County. Small classes, with a supportive and engaging environment are what gives young children their educational advantage.
(Christian)
(21)
575 White Plains Rd
Trumbull, CT 06611
(203) 261-6230
Gr: K-12 | 385 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Eagle Hill School
Eagle Hill School Photo - Eagle Hill School's Campus
Special Education School
(5)
45 Glenville Road
Greenwich, CT 06831
(203) 622-9240
Gr: 1-8 | 265 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 11 | Extracurrculars: 18 Tuition listed
Emmanuel Christian Academy
(Baptist)
(1)
569 Maple Hill Ave
Newington, CT 06111
(860) 667-3407
Gr: PK-12 | 421 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
The Ethel Walker School
The Ethel Walker School Photo
All-girls
230 Bushy Hill Road
Simsbury, CT 06070
(860) 408-4200
Gr: 7-12 | 226 students Avg. class size: 7 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 51 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Fairfield Country Day School
Fairfield Country Day School Photo - FCDS Campus
All-boys
(2)
2970 Bronson Road
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 259-2723
Gr: K-9 | 197 students Avg. class size: 6 students Sports: 8 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Foote School
Foote School Photo
(3)
50 Loomis Place
New Haven, CT 06511
(203) 777-3464
Gr: K-9 | 435 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Greens Farms Academy
Greens Farms Academy Photo
35 Beachside Avenue
Greens Farms, CT 06838
(203) 256-7501
Gr: PK-12 | 713 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 14 Tuition listed
Greenwich Catholic School
Greenwich Catholic School Photo - Rooted in Faith. Surrounded by Community. Committed to Excellence.
(Catholic)
(2)
471 North Street
Greenwich, CT 06830
(203) 869-4000
Gr: PK-8 | 372 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 29 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Holy Family School
(Catholic)
55 Rosemond Terrace
Trumbull, CT 06611
(203) 268-3236
Gr: PK-8 | 255 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Holy Trinity Catholic Academy
(Catholic)
503 Shelton Ave
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 929-4422
Gr: PK-8 | 204 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Indian Mountain School
Indian Mountain School Photo
211 Indian Mountain Road
Lakeville, CT 06039
(860) 435-0871
Gr: PK-9 | 320 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Midstate Christian Academy
Midstate Christian Academy Photo
(Baptist)
139 Charles St
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 237-0302
Gr: PK-12 | 200 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Our Lady Of Mercy Preparatory Academy
Our Lady Of Mercy Preparatory Academy Photo - OLM Prep Middle School student investigating through experiments in science.
(Catholic)
20 Island Avenue
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 689-5101
Gr: K-8 | 128 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 14 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Oxford Academy
The Oxford Academy Photo - Oxford Academy is set along the vibrant shoreline of Connecticut. Our family style community of students and faculty are stewards to local beaches and waterways. They embrace the many rich offerings of the area including museums, volunteering and athletic competitions with shoreline schools.
All-boys
(4)
1393 Boston Post Road
Westbrook, CT 06498
(860) 399-6247
Gr: 8-12 | 48 students Avg. class size: 1 student Sports: 8 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Rumsey Hall School
Rumsey Hall School Photo
201 Romford Rd
Washington Depot, CT 06794
(860) 868-0535
Gr: PK-9 | 328 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Sacred Heart Greenwich
Sacred Heart Greenwich Photo
All-girls (Catholic)
(7)
1177 King Street
Greenwich, CT 06831
(609) 261-2273
Gr: PK-12 | 680 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 17 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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