Very Good
#19 of 202 private schools in CT
Top 9% of private schools
Rumsey Hall School
School
201 ROMFORD RD, Washington Depot, CT 06794
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#19 of 202
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About Rumsey Hall School
Rumsey Hall School is a private school in Washington Depot, CT. Rumsey Hall School serves approximately 322 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-9th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Rumsey Hall School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #19 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- CT avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 5.5:1 students to teachers, Rumsey Hall School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Rumsey Hall 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.
Rumsey Hall 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
BetaHow Rumsey Hall School compares to the 1 public school in Washington Depot, CT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Washington Depot
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rumsey Hall School (this school) | 7.7 |
| Washington Primary School | 9.8 |
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
201 ROMFORD RD, Washington Depot, CT 06794
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rumsey Hall School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Washington Primary School (rated 9.8/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Booth Free School (rated 9.5/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Roxbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shepaug Valley School (rated 9.1/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Washington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Washington Depot, see our Washington Depot schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WASHINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL New Preston | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| DEVEREUX GLENHOLME SCHOOL Washington | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Washington Primary School Washington Depot | 3.1 mi | 9.8 |
| THE FREDERICK GUNN SCHOOL Washington | 3.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Shepaug Valley School Washington | 5.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Warren Elementary School Warren | 5.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Wamogo Regional High School Litchfield | 5.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Wamogo Regional Middle School Litchfield | 5.0 mi | 8.3 |
| James Morris School Morris | 5.1 mi | 8.5 |
| THE WOODHALL SCHOOL Bethlehem | 5.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Bethlehem Elementary School Bethlehem | 5.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Litchfield Intermediate School Litchfield | 6.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Litchfield High School Litchfield | 6.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Litchfield Middle School Litchfield | 6.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Schaghticoke Middle School New Milford | 6.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Northville Elementary School New Milford | 6.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Center School Litchfield | 7.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Booth Free School Roxbury | 8.6 mi | 9.5 |
| FORMAN SCHOOL Litchfield | 7.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Woodbury Middle School Woodbury | 10.0 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06794 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,986
Median Home Value
$462,200
Median Rent
$1,359/mo
Population
953
College Educated
51.9%
Homeownership
76.6%
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
49.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rumsey Hall School
What grades does Rumsey Hall School serve?
Rumsey Hall School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 9th.
How many students attend Rumsey Hall School?
Rumsey Hall School has an enrollment of approximately 322 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rumsey Hall School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rumsey Hall School is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Rumsey Hall School rank in CT?
Rumsey Hall School ranks #19 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is Rumsey Hall School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rumsey Hall School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Rumsey Hall School a private school?
Yes, Rumsey Hall 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 Rumsey Hall School a religious school?
No, Rumsey Hall School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 9th
- Enrollment
- 322
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Litchfield County
- Phone
- (860) 868-0535
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