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#83 of 202 private schools in CT
Top 41% of private schools
Miss Porter's School
High School
60 MAIN ST, Farmington, CT 06032
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
336
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#83 of 202
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About Miss Porter's School
Miss Porter's School is a private high school in Farmington, CT. Miss Porter's School serves approximately 336 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Miss Porter's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #83 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- CT avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Miss Porter's School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Miss Porter's 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 Miss Porter's School compares to the 5 public schools in Farmington, CT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Farmington
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Miss Porter's School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Noah Wallace School | 8.5 |
| East Farms School | 8.1 |
| Irving A. Robbins Middle School | 8.5 |
| West Woods Upper Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Farmington High 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
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
60 MAIN ST, Farmington, CT 06032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Miss Porter's School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Farmington High School (rated 8.5/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Plainville High School (rated 5.2/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Plainville), a more accessible option. Additionally, E. C. Goodwin Technical High School (rated 4.1/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby New Britain), a more accessible option. For more schools in Farmington, see our Farmington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Noah Wallace School Farmington | 0.1 mi | 8.5 |
| East Farms School Farmington | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Irving A. Robbins Middle School Farmington | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Jefferson Elementary School New Britain | 2.4 mi | 4.6 |
| DiLoreto Elementary & Middle School New Britain | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| E. C. Goodwin Technical High School New Britain | 2.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Academy of Science and Innovation New Britain | 2.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Frank T. Wheeler School Plainville | 2.8 mi | 6.3 |
| West Woods Upper Elementary School Farmington | 2.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Pulaski Middle School New Britain | 2.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Farmington High School Farmington | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Gaffney Elementary School New Britain | 3.3 mi | 5.6 |
| West District School Unionville | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Holmes Elementary School New Britian | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Thompson Brook School Avon | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Pine Grove School Avon | 3.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Linden Street School Plainville | 3.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Plainville High School Plainville | 4.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Slade Middle School New Britian | 4.5 mi | 2.8 |
| Louis Toffolon School Plainville | 3.9 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,488
Median Home Value
$419,200
Median Rent
$1,828/mo
Population
18,642
College Educated
66.1%
Homeownership
73.6%
Avg Commute
24.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.4%
Median Age
43.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Lyman Memorial High School Lebanon, CT | 6.4 |
| Somers High School Somers, CT | 6.6 |
| Wamogo Regional High School Litchfield, CT | 6.6 |
| North Branford High School North Branford, CT | 6.3 |
| J. M. Wright Technical High School Stamford, CT | 6.2 |
| Stafford High School Stafford Springs, CT | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Miss Porter's School
What grades does Miss Porter's School serve?
Miss Porter's School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Miss Porter's School?
Miss Porter's School has an enrollment of approximately 336 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Miss Porter's School?
The student-teacher ratio at Miss Porter's School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Miss Porter's School rank in CT?
Miss Porter's School ranks #83 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is Miss Porter's School's MySchoolScout rating?
Miss Porter's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Miss Porter's School a private school?
Yes, Miss Porter's School is a private all-girls 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 Miss Porter's School a religious school?
No, Miss Porter's School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 336
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 151 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hartford County
- Phone
- (860) 409-3642
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