06470 Connecticut Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 688 students in 06470, CT (there are 5 public schools, serving 2,181 public students). 24% of all K-12 students in 06470, CT are educated in private schools (compared to the CT state average of 12%).
The top ranked private school in 06470, CT is St. Rose Of Lima School.
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Connecticut private school average acceptance rate of 72%.
25% of private schools in 06470, CT are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 06470 Connecticut Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of St. Rose Of Lima School
Gr: PK-8 | 290 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 18
Catholic
40 Church Hill Road
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-5102
(5)
Fraser Woods Montessori School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 210 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 1
Montessori School
173 S Main St
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-3390
(4)
Housatonic Valley Waldorf School Photo
Gr: NS-8 | 140 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Extracurriculars: 6
Specialized Curriculum
40 Dodgingtown Rd
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 364-1113
(3)
The Learning Experience Photo
Gr: PK-K | 48 students
Daycare / Preschool
274 S Main St
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 304-9130
(4)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 06470, CT?
The top ranked private schools in 06470, CT is St. Rose Of Lima School.
How many private schools are located in 06470?
4 private schools are located in 06470.
What percentage of students in 06470 go to private school?
24% of all K-12 students in 06470 are educated in private schools (compared to the CT state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 06470?
25% of private schools in 06470 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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