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St. Peter School

St. Peter School serves 218 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and the Other school association(s).
The student:teacher of St. Peter School is 12:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked CT School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 218 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

St. Peter School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Connecticut for:

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Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1886
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 20, 2025

Student Body

Total Students
218 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
75%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
St. Peter School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagle
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Mark Paul Gosselaar, Actor (Class of 1992) -
    • Tony Danza, Actor (Class of 1986) -
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are St. Peter School often compared to?
St. Peter School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Joseph Elementary School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from St. Peter School?
St. Peter School famous alumni include: Mark Paul Gosselaar, Actor (Class of 1992) and Tony Danza, Actor (Class of 1986).
What is St. Peter School's ranking?
St. Peter 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. Peter School?
The application deadline for St. Peter School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked CT School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 218 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Fairfield County, CT is $24,800 for elementary schools and $32,627 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Fairfield County, CT is 69% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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