Fairfield College Preparatory

Fairfield College Preparatory School is by tradition and choice a Jesuit, Catholic high school of excellence.
The mission of Fairfield Prep is to offer its students the finest preparation for college; to inspire in its students a lifelong love of learning; to invite each student to deepen his relationship with God; to encourage each student's social, cultural and physical development; and to challenge its students to become leaders, living as men of conscience, compassion and action.
Fairfield Prep strives to accomplish this mission by demonstrating personal care and concern for all of its students and by celebrating their unique gifts and diversity.
In turn, students are expected to become responsible participants in the Prep community and beyond and are encouraged to use their talents in the service of others, especially to those in need.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked CT School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 757 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Fairfield College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Student Body

Total Students
757 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Fairfield College Preparatory Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fairfield College Preparatory's ranking?
Fairfield College Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Fairfield College Preparatory?
The application deadline for Fairfield College Preparatory is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Fairfield Prep was the best high school experience I could have asked for. Not only are the teachers, administrators, and guidance extremely helpful and caring, but everyone there buys into the Prep experience which cannot be matched anywhere else.
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked CT School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 757 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Fairfield, CT is $22,227 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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