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Rectory School Top 19 · Largest Endowment (CT)
The Hotchkiss School Top 3 · Largest Endowment (CT)

Connecticut Private High Schools Belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private high schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) serving 925 students in Connecticut.
The average acceptance rate is 16%, which is lower than the Connecticut private high school average acceptance rate of 60%.
The top ranked private high schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Connecticut include Rectory School and The Hotchkiss School.
These schools make up 2% of the 181 private schools in Connecticut and 3% of its 36,675 private school students.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 3

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 3

Top Ranked Private High Schools Belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Connecticut (2026-27)

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Rectory School
Gr: K-9 | 247 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 21 | Extracurriculars: 30
528 Pomfret Street
Pomfret, CT 06258
(860) 928-1328
(10)
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The Hotchkiss School Photo
The Hotchkiss School
Gr: 9-12 | 627 students
Sports: 23
11 Interlaken Road
Lakeville, CT 06039
(860) 435-3102
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Map of Milestones Behavioral Services
Milestones Behavioral Services
Gr: K-12 | 51 students
Special Education School
925 Bridgeport Ave
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 882-8810
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Connecticut?
The top ranked private high schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) in Connecticut include Rectory School and The Hotchkiss School.
How many private high schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) are located in Connecticut?
3 private high schools belonging to National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) are located in Connecticut.
3
Private Schools
925
Students
$75,570
Avg. Tuition
35%
Students of Color
5:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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