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Best Connecticut Private Schools Belonging to Connecticut Association of Independent Schools (CAIS-CT)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools belonging to Connecticut Association of Independent Schools (CAIS-CT) serving 907 students in Connecticut. You can also find more schools membership associations in Connecticut.
The top ranked private schools belonging to Connecticut Association of Independent Schools (CAIS-CT) in Connecticut include Wooster School and Ridgefield Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 79%, which is higher than the Connecticut private school average acceptance rate of 72%.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 3

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 3

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to Connecticut Association of Independent Schools (CAIS-CT) in Connecticut (2026-27)

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Ridgefield Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 528 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 12 | Extracurriculars: 11
223 West Mountain Rd
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-1800
(12)
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Wooster School
Gr: 5-12 | 318 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 16
91 Miry Brook Rd
Danbury, CT 06810
(203) 830-3916
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Villa Maria School
Gr: K-9 | 61 students
Avg. class size: 4 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 4
Special Education School
161 Sky Meadow Drive
Stamford, CT 06903
(203) 322-5886
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to Connecticut Association of Independent Schools (CAIS-CT) in Connecticut?
The top ranked private schools belonging to Connecticut Association of Independent Schools (CAIS-CT) in Connecticut include Wooster School and Ridgefield Academy.
How many private schools belonging to Connecticut Association of Independent Schools (CAIS-CT) are located in Connecticut?
3 private schools belonging to Connecticut Association of Independent Schools (CAIS-CT) are located in Connecticut.
3
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907
Students
$57,163
Avg. Tuition
21%
Students of Color
5:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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