Very Good
#21 of 202 private schools in CT
Top 10% of private schools
Benhaven School
School
125 N PLAINS INDUSTRIAL RD, Wallingford, CT 06492
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#21 of 202
In Wallingford
#1 of 6
public schools
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About Benhaven School
Benhaven School is a private school in Wallingford, CT. Benhaven School serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 4:1 student-teacher ratio. Benhaven School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #21 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- CT avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 40 students, Benhaven 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.
At 4:1 students to teachers, Benhaven School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Benhaven 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
BetaHow Benhaven School compares to 11 public schools serving similar grades in Wallingford, CT
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Benhaven School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Parker Farms School | 6.6 |
| James H. Moran Middle School | 4.7 |
| Mark T. Sheehan High School | 6.6 |
| Moses Y. Beach School | 8.8 |
| Highland School | 9.0 |
| Rock Hill School | 6.3 |
| Cook Hill School | 9.3 |
| Lyman Hall High School | 6.2 |
| Dag Hammarskjold Middle School | 4.0 |
| Evarts C. Stevens School | 8.7 |
| Pond Hill School | 6.2 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
125 N PLAINS INDUSTRIAL RD, Wallingford, CT 06492
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benhaven School may also want to explore other schools in the area. MELIORA ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Meriden), a more accessible option. Another option is B.E.S.T. ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Walenford), a more accessible option. Additionally, HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF WALLINGFORD-HS (rated 5.6/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wallingford, see our Wallingford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BENHAVEN ACADEMY Wallingford | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| B.E.S.T. ACADEMY Walenford | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF WALLINGFORD-HS Wallingford | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| James H. Moran Middle School Wallingford | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Mary G. Fritz Elementary School of Yalesville Yalesville | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Parker Farms School Wallingford | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Moses Y. Beach School Wallingford | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Mark T. Sheehan High School Wallingford | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| CHOATE ROSEMARY HALL Wallingford | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Wallingford | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Highland School Wallingford | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Rock Hill School Wallingford | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Lyman Hall High School Wallingford | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Dag Hammarskjold Middle School Wallingford | 2.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Evarts C. Stevens School Wallingford | 3.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Cook Hill School Wallingford | 2.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Hanover School Meriden | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Casimir Pulaski School Meriden | 3.4 mi | 6.3 |
| H. C. Wilcox Technical High School Meriden | 3.7 mi | 5.5 |
| MELIORA ACADEMY Meriden | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06492 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,757
Median Home Value
$328,400
Median Rent
$1,346/mo
Population
44,099
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
72.3%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
43.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRADLEY SCHOOL-NEW LONDON REGIONAL Uncasville, CT | 7.6 |
| EAGLE HILL SCHOOL Greenwich, CT | 8.4 |
| MILFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milford, CT | 6.7 |
| WHITNEY HALL SCHOOL Hamden, CT | 6.7 |
| NORTH STONINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY North Stonington, CT | 6.6 |
| MELIORA ACADEMY Meriden, CT | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benhaven School
What grades does Benhaven School serve?
Benhaven School serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend Benhaven School?
Benhaven School has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benhaven School?
The student-teacher ratio at Benhaven School is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Benhaven School rank in CT?
Benhaven School ranks #21 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is Benhaven School's MySchoolScout rating?
Benhaven School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Benhaven School a private school?
Yes, Benhaven School 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 Benhaven School a religious school?
No, Benhaven School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 40
- Gender Split
- 88% M / 12% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 243 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Haven County
- Phone
- (203) 793-1905
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