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Best 06877 Connecticut Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 933 students in 06877, CT (there are 9 public schools, serving 4,386 public students). 18% of all K-12 students in 06877, CT are educated in private schools (compared to the CT state average of 12%).
The top-ranked private schools in 06877, CT include St. Mary School and Ridgefield Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 79%, which is higher than the Connecticut private school average acceptance rate of 71%.
50% of private schools in 06877, CT are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Methodist).

Top-Ranked 06877 Connecticut Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Ridgefield Academy
Ridgefield Academy Photo - In a school that is Pre-K to Grade 8 by design, childhood is valued and kids are encouraged to stay kids. Students have ample opportunities to play outdoors and indoors, and often can be seen rushing to recess each day on the Outdoor Campus Center, a bi-level playscape that provides endless opportunities for play and learning.
(12)
223 West Mountain Rd
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-1800
Gr: NS-8 | 535 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 11 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Mary School
(Catholic)
183 High Ridge Ave
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 438-7288
Gr: PK-8 | 245 students
Methodist Nursery School
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
207 Main Street
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 438-9204
Gr: PK-K | 91 students
Ridgefield Montessori School
Montessori School
96 Danbury Rd Ste 12
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 438-4506
Gr: PK-K | 62 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in 06877 Connecticut

06877, Connecticut Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Maimonides Academy (Closed 2010)
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
46 Peaceable Road
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 748-7129
Gr: NS-K | 20 students Avg. class size: 5 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in 06877, CT?
The top-ranked private schools in 06877, CT include St. Mary School and Ridgefield Academy.
How many private schools are located in 06877?
4 private schools are located in 06877.
What percentage of students in 06877 go to private school?
18% of all K-12 students in 06877 are educated in private schools (compared to the CT state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 06877?
50% of private schools in 06877 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Methodist).

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