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.

Best Hamden Private High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 4 private high schools serving 1,107 students in Hamden, CT.
The top ranked private high schools in Hamden, CT include Hamden Hall Country Day School and Sacred Heart Academy.
50% of private high schools in Hamden, CT are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Hamden Private High Schools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: NS-12
| 650 students
Sacred Heart Academy
Sacred Heart Academy Photo - Students learn to work with many painting media such as acrylic, oil, and watercolor in this course that covers painting, design and visual concepts.
All-girls (Catholic)
265 Benham St
Hamden, CT 06514
(203) 288-2309
Grades: 9-12
| 354 students
Cedarhurst School
Special Education School
(1)
871 Prospect St
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 764-9314
Grades: 7-12
| 53 students
Whitney Hall School
Special Education School
1400 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 248-2116
Grades: 2-12
| 50 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Hamden, Connecticut

Hamden, Connecticut Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1861 Whitney Ave
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 230-4877
Grades: 6-12
| 15 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in Hamden, CT?
The top ranked private high schools in Hamden, CT include Hamden Hall Country Day School and Sacred Heart Academy.
How many private high schools are located in Hamden?
4 private high schools are located in Hamden.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Hamden?
50% of private high schools in Hamden are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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