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Best Connecticut Private Schools Belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) serving 914 students in Connecticut. You can also find more schools membership associations in Connecticut.
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Connecticut include Cheshire Academy and Whitby School.
The average acceptance rate is 42%, which is lower than the Connecticut private school average acceptance rate of 72%.
33% of private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Connecticut are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 3

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 3

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Connecticut (2026-27)

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Cheshire Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 369 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Sports: 14 | Extracurriculars: 24
10 Main St
Cheshire, CT 06410
(203) 439-7250
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Whitby School
Gr: NS-8 | 346 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 25
969 Lake Avenue
Greenwich, CT 06831
(203) 302-3900
(16)
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St. Joseph School
Gr: PK-8 | 199 students
Catholic
335 Center St
Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 582-8696
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Connecticut?
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Connecticut include Cheshire Academy and Whitby School.
How many private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) are located in Connecticut?
3 private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) are located in Connecticut.
What percentage of private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) are religiously affiliated in Connecticut?
33% of private schools belonging to National Independent Private School Association (NIPSA) in Connecticut are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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914
Students
$34,400
Avg. Tuition
24%
Students of Color
7:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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