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#174 of 202 private schools in CT

Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall

High School

200 HIGH ST, Milford, CT 06460

Private

Enrollment

326

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

5.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Connecticut private schools

#174 of 202

In Milford

#5 of 5

public schools

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Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall

5.2/10

High School in Milford · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Harborside Middle School

7.6/10

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6.8/10

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About Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall

Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall is a private high school in Milford, CT. Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #174 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it compares0.9 pts below CT schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • CT avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall compares to the 14 public schools in Milford, CT

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
This School
vs
11:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
326
This School
vs
427
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.2
This School
vs
7.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 72.4% vs 0%
Asian 7.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.1% vs 0%
Black 5.5% vs 0%
Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall Milford Public Avg

All Schools in Milford

School Rating
Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall (this school) 5.2
Harborside Middle School 7.6
Meadowside School 6.8
Mathewson School 7.4
Orange Avenue School 7.2
J. F. Kennedy School 8.6
Pumpkin Delight School 8.0
Jonathan Law High School 7.3
Calf Pen Meadow School 6.7
Platt Technical High School 5.2
Orchard Hills School 8.2
Joseph A. Foran High School 8.0
West Shore Middle School 7.3
East Shore Middle School 5.8
Live Oaks School 7.9

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CT.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,039.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 45%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Enrollment 326
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CT

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 72.4%
Two or More 8.0%
Asian 7.4%
Hispanic 6.1%
Black 5.5%
Native American 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

200 HIGH ST, Milford, CT 06460

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Joseph A. Foran High School (rated 8.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jonathan Law High School (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE FOUNDATION SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Milford, see our Milford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Harborside Middle School Milford 0.2 mi 7.6
Meadowside School Milford 0.9 mi 6.8
Mathewson School Milford 1.1 mi 7.4
ST MARY SCHOOL Milford 0.9 mi 5.8
Orange Avenue School Milford 1.3 mi 7.2
Pumpkin Delight School Milford 1.5 mi 8.0
J. F. Kennedy School Milford 1.4 mi 8.6
MILESTONES BEHAVIORAL SERVICES Milford 2.0 mi 7.2
Jonathan Law High School Milford 1.8 mi 7.3
Platt Technical High School Milford 2.1 mi 5.2
Calf Pen Meadow School Milford 2.0 mi 6.7
Orchard Hills School Milford 2.1 mi 8.2
THE FOUNDATION SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Milford 2.3 mi 6.1
West Shore Middle School Milford 2.7 mi 7.3
MILFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milford 2.7 mi 6.7
Joseph A. Foran High School Milford 2.7 mi 8.0
Peck Place School Orange 3.5 mi 8.4
Chapel School Stratford 3.0 mi 5.4
Harry B. Flood Middle School Stratford 3.1 mi 3.7
Wilcoxson School Stratford 3.2 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06460 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$106,776

Median Home Value

$372,900

Median Rent

$1,804/mo

Population

37,084

College Educated

49.2%

Homeownership

72.7%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

48

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall

What grades does Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall serve?

Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall?

Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall?

The student-teacher ratio at Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall rank in CT?

Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall ranks #174 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall's MySchoolScout rating?

Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall a private school?

Yes, Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall is a private all-girls school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall a religious school?

Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Lauralton Hall has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
326
Gender Split
0% M / 100% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
private
Coed Status
all-girls
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.3 hours
Days Per Year
165 days
Setting
Small City
County
New Haven County

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