Very Good
#43 of 202 private schools in CT
Top 21% of private schools
Fairfield Country Day School
School
2970 BRONSON RD, Fairfield, CT 06824
Enrollment
201
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Enrollment
201
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#43 of 202
In Fairfield
#1 of 6
public schools
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About Fairfield Country Day School
Fairfield Country Day School is a private school in Fairfield, CT. Fairfield Country Day School serves approximately 201 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-9th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Fairfield Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #43 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- CT avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 6.3:1 students to teachers, Fairfield Country Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Fairfield Country Day 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 Fairfield Country Day School compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Fairfield, CT
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fairfield Country Day School (this school) | 7.1 |
| Dwight Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Riverfield School | 8.6 |
| Burr Elementary School | 9.4 |
| Osborn Hill School | 8.6 |
| Fairfield Ludlowe High School | 8.9 |
| Roger Ludlowe Middle School | 8.8 |
| Fairfield Woods Middle School | 8.0 |
| Holland Hill School | 8.6 |
| Jennings School | 9.5 |
| Tomlinson Middle School | 6.4 |
| McKinley School | 8.2 |
| Fairfield Warde High School | 8.4 |
| North Stratfield School | 8.2 |
| Stratfield School | 8.0 |
| Sherman School | 9.5 |
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
2970 BRONSON RD, Fairfield, CT 06824
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fairfield Country Day School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Jennings School (rated 9.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Burr Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Long Lots School (rated 9.4/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Westport), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fairfield, see our Fairfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight Elementary School Fairfield | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| THE HUNT RIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fairfield | 1.3 mi | — |
| Riverfield School Fairfield | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Burr Elementary School Fairfield | 1.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Mill Hill School Southport | 2.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Osborn Hill School Fairfield | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| CAJAL ACADEMY INC Fairfield | 2.4 mi | — |
| Fairfield Ludlowe High School Fairfield | 2.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Roger Ludlowe Middle School Fairfield | 2.3 mi | 8.8 |
| FAIRFIELD COLLEGE PREPARATORY Fairfield | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Long Lots School Westport | 2.4 mi | 9.4 |
| THE SOUTHPORT SCHOOL Southport | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Staples High School Westport | 2.2 mi | 9.3 |
| Bedford Middle School Westport | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| ST THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fairfield | 2.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Fairfield Woods Middle School Fairfield | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Tomlinson Middle School Fairfield | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| ST CATHERINE ACADEMY Fairfield | 2.7 mi | — |
| Holland Hill School Fairfield | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Jennings School Fairfield | 2.5 mi | 9.5 |
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 |
|---|---|
| MIDSTATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Meriden, CT | 7.0 |
| THE CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Manchester, CT | 6.7 |
| GENGRAS CENTER/UNIV OF ST JOSEPH West Hartford, CT | 6.5 |
| THE MASTER'S SCHOOL West Simsbury, CT | 7.7 |
| EASTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Easton, CT | 7.8 |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Southington, CT | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fairfield Country Day School
What grades does Fairfield Country Day School serve?
Fairfield Country Day School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 9th.
How many students attend Fairfield Country Day School?
Fairfield Country Day School has an enrollment of approximately 201 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fairfield Country Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fairfield Country Day School is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Fairfield Country Day School rank in CT?
Fairfield Country Day School ranks #43 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is Fairfield Country Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fairfield Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Fairfield Country Day School a private school?
Yes, Fairfield Country Day School is a private all-boys 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 Fairfield Country Day School a religious school?
No, Fairfield Country Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 9th
- Enrollment
- 201
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 161 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfield County
- Phone
- (203) 259-2723
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