Excellent
#8 of 202 private schools in CT
Top 4% of private schools
Pierrepont School
School
1 SYLVAN RD N, Westport, CT 06880
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
3.2:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
138
Student-Teacher
3.2:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#8 of 202
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Pierrepont School
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About Pierrepont School
Pierrepont School is a private school in Westport, CT. Pierrepont School serves approximately 138 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 3.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Pierrepont School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #8 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- CT avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 138 students, Pierrepont School 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.
At 3.2:1 students to teachers, Pierrepont School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Pierrepont 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 Pierrepont School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Westport, CT
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pierrepont School (this school) | 8.3 |
| King's Highway Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Saugatuck Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Green's Farms School | 9.5 |
| Staples High School | 9.3 |
| Bedford Middle School | 8.5 |
| Long Lots School | 9.4 |
| Coleytown Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Coleytown Middle School | 8.7 |
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
1 SYLVAN RD N, Westport, CT 06880
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pierrepont School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Green's Farms School (rated 9.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is King's Highway Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Coleytown Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Westport, see our Westport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| King's Highway Elementary School Westport | 0.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Saugatuck Elementary School Westport | 0.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Wolfpit Integrated Arts Elementary School Norwalk | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Norwalk High School Norwalk | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| P-TECH Norwalk Norwalk | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Naramake Elementary School Norwalk | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| THE LEARNING COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Westport | 1.5 mi | — |
| Nathan Hale Middle School Norwalk | 1.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Norwalk Early Childhood Center Norwalk | 1.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Cranbury Elementary School Norwalk | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Tracey Magnet School Norwalk | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| West Rocks Middle School Norwalk | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| WINSTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Norwalk | 2.2 mi | 4.0 |
| ST PAUL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Westport | 2.7 mi | — |
| ANCHOR ACADEMY DBA REGINA PACIS ACADEMY Norwalk | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Marvin Elementary School Norwalk | 3.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Coleytown Elementary School Westport | 3.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Green's Farms School Westport | 2.5 mi | 9.5 |
| Coleytown Middle School Westport | 3.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Bedford Middle School Westport | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06880 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,244,200
Median Rent
$2,369/mo
Population
27,364
College Educated
77.7%
Homeownership
87.1%
Avg Commute
40.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
45.7
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| SOLTERRA ACADEMY New Britain, CT | 8.2 |
| EASTON COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Easton, CT | 7.8 |
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| THE MASTER'S SCHOOL West Simsbury, CT | 7.7 |
| OAK HILL SCHOOL AT ANN ANTOLINI SCHOOL New Hartford, CT | 9.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pierrepont School
What grades does Pierrepont School serve?
Pierrepont School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Pierrepont School?
Pierrepont School has an enrollment of approximately 138 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pierrepont School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pierrepont School is 3.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Pierrepont School rank in CT?
Pierrepont School ranks #8 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is Pierrepont School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pierrepont School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Pierrepont School a private school?
Yes, Pierrepont 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 Pierrepont School a religious school?
No, Pierrepont School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 138
- Gender Split
- 55% M / 45% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Fairfield County
- Phone
- (203) 226-1891
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