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#152 of 202 private schools in CT

Holy Trinity Catholic Academy

Elementary School

503 SHELTON AVE, Shelton, CT 06484

Private

Enrollment

160

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#152 of 202

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Holy Trinity Catholic Academy

5.6/10

Elementary School in Shelton · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.9/10

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About Holy Trinity Catholic Academy

Holy Trinity Catholic Academy is a private elementary school in Shelton, CT. Holy Trinity Catholic Academy serves approximately 160 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Trinity Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #152 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it compares0.9 pts below CT schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • CT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 160 students, Holy Trinity Catholic 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.

Holy Trinity Catholic 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Holy Trinity Catholic Academy compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Shelton, CT

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
This School
vs
13.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
160
This School
vs
434
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.6
This School
vs
7.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 72.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 13.8% vs 0%
Black 5% vs 0%
Asian 1.2% vs 0%
Holy Trinity Catholic Academy Shelton Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Holy Trinity Catholic Academy (this school) 5.6
Mohegan School 6.3
Elizabeth Shelton School 6.9
Intermediate School 6.7
Booth Hill School 7.8
Perry Hill Elementary School 6.2
Long Hill School 7.6
Sunnyside School 7.9

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+ 3.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 45%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Enrollment 160
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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 72.5%
Hispanic 13.8%
Two or More 7.5%
Black 5.0%
Asian 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

503 SHELTON AVE, Shelton, CT 06484

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Trinity Catholic Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Daniels Farm School (rated 8.7/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Trumbull), which scores notably higher. Another option is Booth Hill School (rated 7.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Trumbull), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Booth Hill School (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Shelton, see our Shelton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Elizabeth Shelton School Shelton 1.4 mi 6.9
Mohegan School Shelton 1.3 mi 6.3
Intermediate School Shelton 1.8 mi 6.7
Shelton High School Shelton 2.1 mi 6.0
Booth Hill School Shelton 2.1 mi 7.8
ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Trumbull 2.7 mi 4.0
Booth Hill School Trumbull 2.9 mi 7.9
Perry Hill Elementary School Shelton 2.6 mi 6.2
Long Hill School Shelton 2.6 mi 7.6
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Trumbull 3.6 mi 5.5
Trumbull High School Trumbull 3.4 mi 7.7
Daniels Farm School Trumbull 3.3 mi 8.7
Derby Middle School Derby 3.5 mi 4.7
Little Raiders University Derby 3.5 mi 4.4
Derby High School Derby 3.6 mi 4.7
Hillcrest Middle School Trumbull 3.6 mi 8.3
ST MARY & ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Derby 3.6 mi 6.2
Harry B. Flood Middle School Stratford 4.3 mi 3.7
Chapel School Stratford 4.3 mi 5.4
Irving School Derby 3.7 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06484 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,739

Median Home Value

$435,700

Median Rent

$1,661/mo

Population

41,402

College Educated

43.5%

Homeownership

75.9%

Avg Commute

28.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

43.9

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF BRIDGEPORT/ST RAPHAEL ACADEMY Bridgeport, CT 5.6
ST ANN ACADEMY Bridgeport, CT 5.6
CHILDREN'S COMMUNITY SCHOOL Waterbury, CT 5.5
HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Wallingford, CT 5.5
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Trumbull, CT 5.5
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Simsbury, CT 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holy Trinity Catholic Academy

What grades does Holy Trinity Catholic Academy serve?

Holy Trinity Catholic Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Holy Trinity Catholic Academy?

Holy Trinity Catholic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 160 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Trinity Catholic Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Trinity Catholic Academy is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Holy Trinity Catholic Academy rank in CT?

Holy Trinity Catholic Academy ranks #152 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is Holy Trinity Catholic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Trinity Catholic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Holy Trinity Catholic Academy a private school?

Yes, Holy Trinity Catholic Academy is a private coeducational 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 Holy Trinity Catholic Academy a religious school?

Holy Trinity Catholic Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
160
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fairfield County

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