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#201 of 202 private schools in CT

Assumption School

Elementary School

51 N CLIFF ST, Ansonia, CT 06401

Private

Enrollment

165

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

3.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Connecticut private schools

#201 of 202

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Assumption School

3.4/10

Elementary School in Ansonia · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Ansonia Middle School

5.5/10

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6.2/10

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About Assumption School

Assumption School is a private elementary school in Ansonia, CT. Assumption School serves approximately 165 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Assumption School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #201 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it compares3.1 pts below CT schools
  • This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
  • CT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 165 students, Assumption School 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.

Assumption School 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 Assumption School compares to the 5 public schools in Ansonia, CT

Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
This School
vs
14.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
165
This School
vs
597
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
3.4
This School
vs
4.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 85.5% vs 0%
Black 5.5% vs 0%
Assumption School Ansonia Public Avg

All Schools in Ansonia

School Rating
Assumption School (this school) 3.4
Ansonia Middle School 5.5
Emmett O'Brien Technical High School 6.2
Prendergast School 3.1
Mead School 2.6
Ansonia High School 5.5

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)
C- 2.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 15.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
D 1.4 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 5.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 936
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 26%
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 165
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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 85.5%
Black 5.5%
Pacific Islander 4.8%
Two or More 4.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

51 N CLIFF ST, Ansonia, CT 06401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Assumption School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sunnyside School (rated 7.9/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Shelton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bradley School (rated 7.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Derby), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chatfield-LoPresti School (rated 7.7/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Seymour), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ansonia, see our Ansonia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Ansonia Middle School Ansonia 0.6 mi 5.5
Emmett O'Brien Technical High School Ansonia 1.3 mi 6.2
Irving School Derby 1.6 mi 5.1
ST MARY & ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Derby 1.6 mi 6.2
Derby High School Derby 1.4 mi 4.7
Derby Middle School Derby 1.5 mi 4.7
Little Raiders University Derby 1.5 mi 4.4
Prendergast School Ansonia 1.6 mi 3.1
Ansonia High School Ansonia 1.7 mi 5.5
Mead School Ansonia 1.7 mi 2.6
Bradley School Derby 2.3 mi 7.7
Bungay School Seymour 2.7 mi 6.4
Seymour Middle School Seymour 2.4 mi 4.7
Seymour High School Seymour 2.7 mi 5.6
Perry Hill Elementary School Shelton 2.8 mi 6.2
Shelton High School Shelton 2.9 mi 6.0
Intermediate School Shelton 3.2 mi 6.7
Sunnyside School Shelton 4.0 mi 7.9
Chatfield-LoPresti School Seymour 3.9 mi 7.7
Elizabeth Shelton School Shelton 3.7 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,953

Median Home Value

$268,400

Median Rent

$1,405/mo

Population

19,160

College Educated

22.9%

Homeownership

58.8%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

39.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Hall School Bridgeport, CT 3.2
Lincoln-Bassett School New Haven, CT 3.2
Rawson School Hartford, CT 3.6
Edison School Bridgeport, CT 3.9
Northend Elementary School New Britain, CT 3.9
Burns Latino Studies Academy Hartford, CT 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Assumption School

What grades does Assumption School serve?

Assumption School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Assumption School?

Assumption School has an enrollment of approximately 165 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Assumption School?

The student-teacher ratio at Assumption School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Assumption School rank in CT?

Assumption School ranks #201 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is Assumption School's MySchoolScout rating?

Assumption School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Assumption School a private school?

Yes, Assumption School is a private coeducational 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 Assumption School a religious school?

Assumption School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
165
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
5.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
New Haven County

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