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#134 of 202 private schools in CT
B.e.s.t. Academy
School
5 BARNES INDUSTRIAL RD S, Walenford, CT 06492
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#134 of 202
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About B.e.s.t. Academy
B.e.s.t. Academy is a private school in Walenford, CT. B.e.s.t.
Academy serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. B.e.s.t. Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #134 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- CT avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 33 students, B.e.s.t. 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 6.6:1 students to teachers, B.e.s.t. Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
B.e.s.t. 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
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
5 BARNES INDUSTRIAL RD S, Walenford, CT 06492
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering B.e.s.t. Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. BENHAVEN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Wallingford), which scores notably higher. Another option is MELIORA ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Meriden), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF WALLINGFORD-HS (rated 5.6/10, 0.1 miles away, in nearby Wallingford), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Walenford, see our Walenford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF WALLINGFORD-HS Wallingford | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| BENHAVEN ACADEMY Wallingford | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| BENHAVEN SCHOOL Wallingford | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Moses Y. Beach School Wallingford | 1.2 mi | 8.8 |
| CHOATE ROSEMARY HALL Wallingford | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Mary G. Fritz Elementary School of Yalesville Yalesville | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Wallingford | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
| James H. Moran Middle School Wallingford | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Rock Hill School Wallingford | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Parker Farms School Wallingford | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Mark T. Sheehan High School Wallingford | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Highland School Wallingford | 1.9 mi | 9.0 |
| 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 |
| MELIORA ACADEMY Meriden | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Casimir Pulaski School Meriden | 3.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Thomas Hooker School Meriden | 3.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Hanover School Meriden | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Cook Hill School Wallingford | 3.0 mi | 9.3 |
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 |
|---|---|
| PRAISE POWER & PRAYER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Windsor, CT | 6.0 |
| MELIORA ACADEMY Meriden, CT | 6.2 |
| NORTH STONINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY North Stonington, CT | 6.6 |
| MILFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milford, CT | 6.7 |
| ASPIRE LIVING & LEARNING ACADEMY Naugatuck, CT | — |
| ASPIRE LIVING & LEARNING ACADEMY Stamford, CT | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about B.e.s.t. Academy
What grades does B.e.s.t. Academy serve?
B.e.s.t. Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend B.e.s.t. Academy?
B.e.s.t. Academy has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at B.e.s.t. Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at B.e.s.t. Academy is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does B.e.s.t. Academy rank in CT?
B.e.s.t. Academy ranks #134 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is B.e.s.t. Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
B.e.s.t. Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is B.e.s.t. Academy a private school?
Yes, B.e.s.t. 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 B.e.s.t. Academy a religious school?
No, B.e.s.t. Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 33
- Gender Split
- 70% M / 30% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Haven County
- Phone
- (203) 284-0441
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