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#60 of 202 private schools in CT

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Ben Bronz Academy

High School

PO BOX 370065, West Hatford, CT 06117

Private

Enrollment

47

Student-Teacher

2.8:1

Score

6.9

Grades

5th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

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#60 of 202

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Ben Bronz Academy

6.9/10

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

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About Ben Bronz Academy

Ben Bronz Academy is a private high school in West Hatford, CT. Ben Bronz Academy serves approximately 47 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 2.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ben Bronz Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #60 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it compares0.8 pts above CT schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • CT avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 47 students, Ben Bronz 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 2.8:1 students to teachers, Ben Bronz Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Ben Bronz 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.

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 2.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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School Day Length 8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,440
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.0 / 10
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Diversity Index 30%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.5 / 10
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Enrollment 47
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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 83.0%
Hispanic 8.5%
Black 6.4%
Asian 2.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

PO BOX 370065, West Hatford, CT 06117

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ben Bronz Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Hall High School (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby West Hartford), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WATKINSON SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Hartford), with a very similar rating. Additionally, NORTHWEST CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.1 miles away, in nearby West Hartford), a more accessible option. For more schools in West Hatford, see our West Hatford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTHWEST CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL West Hartford 0.1 mi 5.7
ST TIMOTHY MIDDLE SCHOOL West Hartford 0.2 mi 6.2
Hall High School West Hartford 0.4 mi 7.9
Aiken School West Hartford 0.3 mi 8.4
INTENSIVE EDUCATION ACADEMY IN West Hartford 0.7 mi 7.3
King Philip Middle School West Hartford 0.6 mi 8.2
Norfeldt School West Hartford 0.8 mi 9.1
Bugbee School West Hartford 1.5 mi 9.1
NEW ENGLAND JEWISH ACADEMY West Hartford 1.5 mi 7.2
GENGRAS CENTER/UNIV OF ST JOSEPH West Hartford 1.7 mi 6.5
Museum Academy Bloomfield 1.9 mi 3.9
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF GREATER HARTFORD West Hartford 2.0 mi 8.4
RENBROOK SCHOOL West Hartford 1.6 mi 7.4
Morley School West Hartford 2.3 mi 7.5
Bloomfield High School Bloomfield 2.3 mi 5.6
University of Hartford Magnet School West Hartford 2.0 mi 3.7
Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School Bloomfield 2.6 mi 4.5
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE West Hartford 2.6 mi 6.7
WATKINSON SCHOOL Hartford 2.0 mi 7.2
Braeburn School West Hartford 2.7 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$169,162

Median Home Value

$437,000

Median Rent

$1,902/mo

Population

15,863

College Educated

72.1%

Homeownership

80.5%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

45

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ben Bronz Academy

What grades does Ben Bronz Academy serve?

Ben Bronz Academy serves students in grades 5th through 12th.

How many students attend Ben Bronz Academy?

Ben Bronz Academy has an enrollment of approximately 47 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ben Bronz Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Ben Bronz Academy is 2.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Ben Bronz Academy rank in CT?

Ben Bronz Academy ranks #60 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is Ben Bronz Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Ben Bronz Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Ben Bronz Academy a private school?

Yes, Ben Bronz Academy 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 Ben Bronz Academy a religious school?

No, Ben Bronz Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
47
Gender Split
64% M / 36% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
2.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hartford County

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