St. Lawrence School serves 183 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of St. Lawrence School is 14:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked CT School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. Lawrence School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1917
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
183 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
69%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
School Notes
- All -day PreK3, PreK4 and Kindergarten along with grades 1st through 8th offering a rigorous, challenging curriculum rich in Catholic tradition and academic excellence. Creative learning, safe environment with a state of the art security system, NEASC accredited with SMART Boards in every classroom, Chromebooks and iPads, robotics, Innovation Lab and much more. Full size gym, hot breakfast and lunch program, an after school program, Spanish, Art, Music, P.E., Lexia Reading, and a caring, nurturing staff.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of St. Lawrence School?
The acceptance rate of St. Lawrence School is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 71%.
What sports does St. Lawrence School offer?
St. Lawrence School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Soccer, Softball and Track and Field.
What is St. Lawrence School's ranking?
St. Lawrence School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Lawrence School?
The application deadline for St. Lawrence School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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