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#104 of 202 private schools in CT

Kingswood Oxford School

High School

170 KINGSWOOD RD, West Hartford, CT 06119

Private

Enrollment

511

Student-Teacher

7.8:1

Score

6.3

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Connecticut private schools

#104 of 202

In West Hartford

#7 of 11

public schools

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Kingswood Oxford School

6.3/10

High School in West Hartford · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Kingswood Oxford School

Kingswood Oxford School is a private high school in West Hartford, CT. Kingswood Oxford School serves approximately 511 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 7.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Kingswood Oxford School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #104 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it comparesOn par with CT schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • CT avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 7.8:1 students to teachers, Kingswood Oxford School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Kingswood Oxford 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

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How Kingswood Oxford School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in West Hartford, CT

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.8:1
This School
vs
12.4:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
511
This School
vs
957
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.3
This School
vs
7.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 67.9% vs 0%
Asian 10.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 7.6% vs 0%
Black 5.1% vs 0%
Kingswood Oxford School West Hartford Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Kingswood Oxford School (this school) 6.3
Sedgwick Middle School 7.6
Bristow Middle School 7.2
Conard High School 7.6
King Philip Middle School 8.2
Hall High 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)
B 6.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,155
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 51%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 511
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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 67.9%
Asian 10.2%
Two or More 8.2%
Hispanic 7.6%
Black 5.1%
Native American 0.6%
Pacific Islander 0.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

170 KINGSWOOD RD, West Hartford, CT 06119

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kingswood Oxford School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Conard High School (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FUTURES SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, A. I. Prince Technical High School (rated 4.8/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Hartford), a more accessible option. For more schools in West Hartford, see our West Hartford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE West Hartford 0.5 mi 6.7
Whiting Lane School West Hartford 0.6 mi 9.3
Morley School West Hartford 0.8 mi 7.5
Smith School West Hartford 0.7 mi 8.5
Webster Hill School West Hartford 1.1 mi 8.5
Charter Oak International Academy West Hartford 1.2 mi 7.0
Bristow Middle School West Hartford 1.2 mi 7.2
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF GREATER HARTFORD West Hartford 1.2 mi 8.4
Duffy School West Hartford 1.2 mi 8.0
Sedgwick Middle School West Hartford 1.1 mi 7.6
OPTIONS EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Hartford 1.2 mi
GENGRAS CENTER/UNIV OF ST JOSEPH West Hartford 1.6 mi 6.5
Webster Micro Society Magnet School Hartford 1.4 mi 3.4
Braeburn School West Hartford 1.4 mi 8.8
Parkville Community School Hartford 1.4 mi 2.9
Bugbee School West Hartford 1.7 mi 9.1
Conard High School West Hartford 1.7 mi 7.6
FUTURES SCHOOL West Hartford 2.0 mi 5.7
Breakthrough Magnet School South Hartford 1.7 mi 4.6
A. I. Prince Technical High School Hartford 1.8 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,522

Median Home Value

$361,700

Median Rent

$1,646/mo

Population

15,011

College Educated

67.8%

Homeownership

43.9%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

33.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
North Branford High School North Branford, CT 6.3
Emmett O'Brien Technical High School Ansonia, CT 6.2
J. M. Wright Technical High School Stamford, CT 6.2
Stafford High School Stafford Springs, CT 6.2
Bacon Academy Colchester, CT 6.4
Ella T. Grasso Technical High School Groton, CT 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kingswood Oxford School

What grades does Kingswood Oxford School serve?

Kingswood Oxford School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Kingswood Oxford School?

Kingswood Oxford School has an enrollment of approximately 511 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kingswood Oxford School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kingswood Oxford School is 7.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Kingswood Oxford School rank in CT?

Kingswood Oxford School ranks #104 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is Kingswood Oxford School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kingswood Oxford School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Kingswood Oxford School a private school?

Yes, Kingswood Oxford 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 Kingswood Oxford School a religious school?

No, Kingswood Oxford School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
511
Gender Split
57% M / 43% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
165 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hartford County

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