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#13 of 202 private schools in CT

Top 6% of private schools

Adelbrook

High School

60 HICKSVILLE RD, Cromwell, CT 06416

Private

Enrollment

73

Student-Teacher

4.3:1

Score

8.1

Grades

5th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#13 of 202

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Adelbrook

8.1/10

High School in Cromwell · grades 5th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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About Adelbrook

Adelbrook is a private high school in Cromwell, CT. Adelbrook serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 4.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Adelbrook has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #13 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it compares2.0 pts above CT schools
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • CT avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 73 students, Adelbrook is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 4.3:1 students to teachers, Adelbrook sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Adelbrook 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 Adelbrook compares to the 4 public schools in Cromwell, CT

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.3:1
This School
vs
12.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
73
This School
vs
471
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.1
This School
vs
6.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 58.9% vs 0%
Black 19.2% vs 0%
Asian 11% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.2% vs 0%
Adelbrook Cromwell Public Avg

All Schools in Cromwell

School Rating
Adelbrook (this school) 8.1
Cromwell High School 6.5
Edna C. Stevens School 6.5
Woodside Intermediate School 6.0
Cromwell Middle School 6.1

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)
A 9.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,296
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 60%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
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Enrollment 73
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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 58.9%
Black 19.2%
Asian 11.0%
Hispanic 8.2%
Two or More 2.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

60 HICKSVILLE RD, Cromwell, CT 06416

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Adelbrook may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Middletown High School (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Middletown), a more accessible option. Another option is Cromwell High School (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Portland High School (rated 6.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Portland), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cromwell, see our Cromwell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Cromwell High School Cromwell 1.0 mi 6.5
Edna C. Stevens School Cromwell 1.3 mi 6.5
Lawrence School Middletown 1.3 mi 5.5
Woodside Intermediate School Cromwell 1.6 mi 6.0
Cromwell Middle School Cromwell 1.9 mi 6.1
Middletown High School Middletown 1.8 mi 7.0
NORTHWEST CHILDRENS CENTER Cromwell 1.6 mi
MacDonough School Middletown 2.4 mi 7.2
Brownstone Intermediate School Portland 2.2 mi 6.4
Academy of Aerospace and Engineering Elementary Rocky Hill 2.7 mi 7.4
Spencer School Middletown 2.7 mi 5.2
Gildersleeve School Portland 2.4 mi 7.2
Valley View School Portland 2.6 mi 7.4
Portland High School Portland 2.6 mi 6.1
Portland Middle School Portland 2.7 mi 5.7
ST JOHN PAUL II SCHOOL Middletown 3.4 mi 6.5
Moser School Rocky Hill 3.7 mi 9.4
Richard D. Hubbard School Berlin 3.0 mi 8.7
Moody School Middletown 3.6 mi 9.0
Snow School Middletown 4.2 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06416 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,458

Median Home Value

$311,300

Median Rent

$1,536/mo

Population

14,301

College Educated

45.6%

Homeownership

80.3%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

44.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Three Rivers Middle College Magnet School Norwich, CT 8.2
FRANKLIN ACADEMY East Haddam, CT 7.1
BEN BRONZ ACADEMY West Hatford, CT 6.9
GROVE SCHOOL Madison, CT 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Adelbrook

What grades does Adelbrook serve?

Adelbrook serves students in grades 5th through 12th.

How many students attend Adelbrook?

Adelbrook has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Adelbrook?

The student-teacher ratio at Adelbrook is 4.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Adelbrook rank in CT?

Adelbrook ranks #13 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is Adelbrook's MySchoolScout rating?

Adelbrook has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Adelbrook a private school?

Yes, Adelbrook is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Adelbrook a religious school?

No, Adelbrook is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
73
Gender Split
77% M / 23% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County

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