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#81 of 202 private schools in CT

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Indian Mountain School

School

211 INDIAN MOUNTAIN SCHOOL, Lakeville, CT 06039

Private

Enrollment

302

Student-Teacher

5.3:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Pre-K – 9th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Connecticut private schools

#81 of 202

In Lakeville

#2 of 2

public schools

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Indian Mountain School

6.6/10

School in Lakeville · grades Pre-K – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

The Hotchkiss School

7.2/10

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8.5/10

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About Indian Mountain School

Indian Mountain School is a private school in Lakeville, CT. Indian Mountain School serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades Pre-K-9th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Indian Mountain School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #81 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it comparesOn par with CT schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • CT avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 5.3:1 students to teachers, Indian Mountain School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Indian Mountain 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.

Indian Mountain School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Indian Mountain School compares to the 1 public school in Lakeville, CT

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.3:1
This School
vs
8.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
302
This School
vs
303
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
8.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84.1% vs 0%
Black 5.3% vs 0%
Asian 3.3% vs 0%
Hispanic 2% vs 0%
Indian Mountain School Lakeville Public Avg

All Schools in Lakeville

School Rating
Indian Mountain School (this school) 6.6
Salisbury Central School 8.5

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)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,141
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 29%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 302
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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 84.1%
Black 5.3%
Two or More 4.6%
Asian 3.3%
Hispanic 2.0%
Pacific Islander 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

211 INDIAN MOUNTAIN SCHOOL, Lakeville, CT 06039

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Indian Mountain School may also want to explore other schools in the area. WEBUTUCK HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Amenia), which scores notably higher. Another option is Salisbury Central School (rated 8.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Undermountain (rated 8.0/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Sheffield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lakeville, see our Lakeville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.6 mi
School Distance Rating
THE HOTCHKISS SCHOOL Lakeville 1.6 mi 7.2
Salisbury Central School Lakeville 2.8 mi 8.5
Sharon Center School Sharon 3.7 mi 6.8
WEBUTUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amenia 4.8 mi 3.9
WEBUTUCK HIGH SCHOOL Amenia 4.9 mi 8.7
EUGENE BROOKS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Amenia 4.9 mi 4.8
SALISBURY SCHOOL Salisbury 5.8 mi 7.3
MAPLEBROOK SCHOOL Amenia 6.3 mi
Housatonic Valley Regional High School Falls Village 5.4 mi 5.4
Lee H. Kellogg School Falls Village 5.7 mi 7.9
Cornwall Consolidated School West Cornwall 7.7 mi 7.9
THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL Kent 10.7 mi 6.9
North Canaan Elementary School North Canaan 9.6 mi 7.3
MILLBROOK SCHOOL Millbrook 9.6 mi 7.1
BERKSHIRE SCHOOL Sheffield 12.7 mi 7.2
SEYMOUR SMITH INTERMEDIATE LEARNING CENTER Pine Plains 9.8 mi 6.1
Undermountain Sheffield 12.7 mi 8.0
Mt Everett Regional Sheffield 12.7 mi 6.7
STISSING MOUNTAIN JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pine Plains 10.5 mi 5.2
KENT SCHOOL Kent 14.6 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06039 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,882

Median Home Value

$656,500

Median Rent

$1,354/mo

Population

1,955

College Educated

60.3%

Homeownership

58.6%

Poverty Rate

6.2%

Median Age

49.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Indian Mountain School

What grades does Indian Mountain School serve?

Indian Mountain School serves students in grades Pre-K through 9th.

How many students attend Indian Mountain School?

Indian Mountain School has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Indian Mountain School?

The student-teacher ratio at Indian Mountain School is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Indian Mountain School rank in CT?

Indian Mountain School ranks #81 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is Indian Mountain School's MySchoolScout rating?

Indian Mountain School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Indian Mountain School a private school?

Yes, Indian Mountain 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 Indian Mountain School a religious school?

No, Indian Mountain School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 9th
Enrollment
302
Gender Split
54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
57
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
163 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Litchfield County

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