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#166 of 202 private schools in CT
Baptist Bible Academy
School
1144 HARTFORD TPKE, Waterford, CT 06385
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#166 of 202
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Baptist Bible Academy
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About Baptist Bible Academy
Baptist Bible Academy is a private school in Waterford, CT. Baptist Bible Academy serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Baptist Bible Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #166 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 5.5 · Average
- CT avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 50 students, Baptist Bible Academy 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 4.5:1 students to teachers, Baptist Bible Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Baptist Bible Academy 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
BetaHow Baptist Bible Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Waterford, CT
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Baptist Bible Academy (this school) | 5.5 |
| Oswegatchie Elementary School | 8.1 |
| Clark Lane Middle School | 7.0 |
| The Friendship School | 5.9 |
| Waterford High School | 6.8 |
| Great Neck Elementary School | 9.0 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1144 HARTFORD TPKE, Waterford, CT 06385
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Baptist Bible Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. WATERFORD COUNTRY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Quaker Hill), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BRADLEY SCHOOL-NEW LONDON REGIONAL (rated 7.6/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Uncasville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waterford, see our Waterford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WATERFORD COUNTRY SCHOOL Quaker Hill | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Oswegatchie Elementary School Waterford | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Dr. Charles E. Murphy School Oakdale | 3.1 mi | 8.3 |
| East Lyme High School East Lyme | 2.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Flanders School East Lyme | 3.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Leonard J. Tyl Middle School Oakdale | 3.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Montville High School Oakdale | 3.8 mi | 6.7 |
| East Lyme Middle School Niantic | 4.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Lillie B. Haynes School Niantic | 4.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Quaker Hill Elementary School Quaker Hill | 3.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Oakdale School Oakdale | 4.7 mi | 8.7 |
| New London High School New London | 4.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Science and Technology Magnet Pathway for High School Grades New London | 4.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Clark Lane Middle School Waterford | 4.6 mi | 7.0 |
| BRADLEY SCHOOL-NEW LONDON REGIONAL Uncasville | 4.2 mi | 7.6 |
| THE LIGHT HOUSE VOC-ED CENTER Niantic | 5.4 mi | — |
| LIGHTHOUSE VOC-ED CENTER (SITE 3) Niantic | 5.4 mi | 3.3 |
| The Friendship School Waterford | 4.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Waterford High School Waterford | 5.1 mi | 6.8 |
| THE WILLIAMS SCHOOL New London | 4.4 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06385 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,375
Median Home Value
$334,900
Median Rent
$1,593/mo
Population
15,900
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
79.7%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
46.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF WALLINGFORD-HS Wallingford, CT | 5.6 |
| B.E.S.T. ACADEMY Walenford, CT | 5.9 |
| PRAISE POWER & PRAYER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Windsor, CT | 6.0 |
| MELIORA ACADEMY Meriden, CT | 6.2 |
| NORTH STONINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY North Stonington, CT | 6.6 |
| ASPIRE LIVING AND LEARNING ACADEMY Stratford, CT | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Baptist Bible Academy
What grades does Baptist Bible Academy serve?
Baptist Bible Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Baptist Bible Academy?
Baptist Bible Academy has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Baptist Bible Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Baptist Bible Academy is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Baptist Bible Academy rank in CT?
Baptist Bible Academy ranks #166 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is Baptist Bible Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Baptist Bible Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Baptist Bible Academy a private school?
Yes, Baptist Bible Academy is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Baptist Bible Academy a religious school?
Baptist Bible Academy has a Baptist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 50
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Baptist
- School Day
- 6.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- New London County
- Phone
- (860) 442-0277
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