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#200 of 202 private schools in CT

Fairfield College Preparatory

High School

1073 N BENSON RD, Fairfield, CT 06824

Private

Enrollment

757

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

3.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Connecticut private schools

#200 of 202

In Fairfield

#6 of 6

public schools

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Fairfield College Preparatory

3.6/10

High School in Fairfield · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.6/10

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About Fairfield College Preparatory

Fairfield College Preparatory is a private high school in Fairfield, CT. Fairfield College Preparatory serves approximately 757 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairfield College Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #200 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it compares2.5 pts below CT schools
  • This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
  • CT avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Fairfield College Preparatory 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 Fairfield College Preparatory compares to the 15 public schools in Fairfield, CT

Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
This School
vs
12.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
757
This School
vs
576
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
3.6
This School
vs
8.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 70.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 9.6% vs 0%
Black 5.9% vs 0%
Asian 5.7% vs 0%
Fairfield College Preparatory Fairfield Public Avg

All Schools in Fairfield

School Rating
Fairfield College Preparatory (this school) 3.6
Riverfield School 8.6
Holland Hill School 8.6
Fairfield Ludlowe High School 8.9
Roger Ludlowe Middle School 8.8
Osborn Hill School 8.6
Tomlinson Middle School 6.4
Sherman School 9.5
McKinley School 8.2
Fairfield Woods Middle School 8.0
Jennings School 9.5
Fairfield Warde High School 8.4
Stratfield School 8.0
Dwight Elementary School 9.2
Burr Elementary School 9.4
North Stratfield School 8.2

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- 1.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 17.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.0 / 10
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School Day Length 5.9 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,032.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 48%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Enrollment 757
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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 70.9%
Hispanic 9.6%
Two or More 7.5%
Black 5.9%
Asian 5.7%
Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1073 N BENSON RD, Fairfield, CT 06824

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fairfield College Preparatory may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Fairfield Ludlowe High School (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fairfield Warde High School (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FUSION ACADEMY FF: FAIRFIELD (rated 6.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fairfield, see our Fairfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Riverfield School Fairfield 0.7 mi 8.6
Holland Hill School Fairfield 0.9 mi 8.6
Roger Ludlowe Middle School Fairfield 0.9 mi 8.8
Fairfield Ludlowe High School Fairfield 0.9 mi 8.9
Osborn Hill School Fairfield 1.1 mi 8.6
Tomlinson Middle School Fairfield 1.2 mi 6.4
GREAT BEGINNINGS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fairfield 1.2 mi 5.8
FUSION ACADEMY FF: FAIRFIELD Fairfield 1.0 mi 6.5
THE HUNT RIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fairfield 1.4 mi
Sherman School Fairfield 1.5 mi 9.5
ST THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fairfield 1.5 mi 4.9
McKinley School Fairfield 1.6 mi 8.2
Fairfield Woods Middle School Fairfield 1.8 mi 8.0
CAJAL ACADEMY INC Fairfield 1.7 mi
Jennings School Fairfield 1.9 mi 9.5
Black Rock School Bridgeport 1.5 mi 6.3
ST ANN ACADEMY Bridgeport 1.5 mi 5.6
Mill Hill School Southport 1.8 mi 9.0
Fairfield Warde High School Fairfield 2.1 mi 8.4
Geraldine Claytor Magnet Academy Bridgeport 1.9 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06824 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$193,149

Median Home Value

$827,200

Median Rent

$2,271/mo

Population

36,868

College Educated

77.2%

Homeownership

84.5%

Avg Commute

34.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

38.7

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
East Haven High School East Haven, CT 3.6
New London High School New London, CT 3.6
Vinal Technical High School Middletown, CT 3.7
Weaver High School Hartford, CT 3.5
Academy of Science and Innovation New Britain, CT 3.9
Hill Regional Career High School New Haven, CT 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fairfield College Preparatory

What grades does Fairfield College Preparatory serve?

Fairfield College Preparatory serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Fairfield College Preparatory?

Fairfield College Preparatory has an enrollment of approximately 757 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairfield College Preparatory?

The student-teacher ratio at Fairfield College Preparatory is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Fairfield College Preparatory rank in CT?

Fairfield College Preparatory ranks #200 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is Fairfield College Preparatory's MySchoolScout rating?

Fairfield College Preparatory has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Fairfield College Preparatory a private school?

Yes, Fairfield College Preparatory is a private all-boys 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 Fairfield College Preparatory a religious school?

Fairfield College Preparatory has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
757
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
5.9 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fairfield County

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