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Connecticut Religiously Affiliated Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 169 religiously affiliated private schools serving 31,893 students in Connecticut (40% of all schools).
The average tuition cost is $14,060, which is lower than the Connecticut private school average tuition cost of $29,228.
The most common religiously affiliated schools are Catholic (57% of schools), Christian (10% of schools) and Jewish (8% of schools).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 169
  • # Students Served: 31,893

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 169
  • # Students Served: 31,893

Top Ranked Connecticut Private Schools by Religious Affiliation (2026-27)

Religious Affiliation
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Baptist
11
1,040
30%
Brethren
1
8
-
Catholic
97
23,694
35%
Christian
17
1,577
36%
Episcopal
5
1,226
31%
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA)
1
53
80%
Islamic
2
197
-
Jewish
14
2,132
5%
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
4
337
37%
Methodist
4
407
76%
Other
4
725
24%
Pentecostal
3
301
31%
Presbyterian
1
24
-
Seventh Day Adventist
5
172
97%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked religiously affiliated private schools in Connecticut?
The top ranked religiously affiliated private schools in Connecticut include Immaculate High School, Hamden Hall Country Day School, and St. Joseph High School.
How many religiously affiliated private schools are located in Connecticut?
169 religiously affiliated private schools are located in Connecticut.
How much do religiously affiliated private schools cost in Connecticut?
The average tuition cost is $14,060, which is lower than the Connecticut private school average tuition cost of $29,228.

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