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Best 06117 Connecticut Private High Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private high schools serving 753 students in 06117, CT.
The top ranked private high schools in 06117, CT include Northwest Catholic High School and Intensive Education Academy In.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Connecticut private high school average acceptance rate of 66%.
75% of private high schools in 06117, CT are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 06117 Connecticut Private High Schools (2026-27)

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Intensive Education Academy In
Gr: 2-12 | 56 students
Avg. class size: 7 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 2
Special Education School
840 North Main St.
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 236-2049
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Northwest Catholic High School
Gr: 9-12 | 444 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 17 | Extracurriculars: 20
Catholic
29 Wampanoag Drive
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 236-4221
(3)
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Gengras Center/univ Of St. Joseph
Gr: 1-12 | 144 students
Special Education School (Catholic)
1678 Asylum Ave
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 232-5616
(1)
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New England Jewish Academy
Gr: PK-12 | 109 students
Avg. class size: 9 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 13
Jewish
300 Bloomfield Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 231-0317
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in 06117, CT?
The top ranked private high schools in 06117, CT include Northwest Catholic High School and Intensive Education Academy In.
How many private high schools are located in 06117?
4 private high schools are located in 06117.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in 06117?
75% of private high schools in 06117 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

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