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Very Good

#29 of 202 private schools in CT

Top 14% of private schools

Salisbury School

High School

251 CANAAN RD, Salisbury, CT 06068

Private

Enrollment

307

Student-Teacher

7.6:1

Score

7.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

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#29 of 202

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Salisbury School

7.3/10

High School in Salisbury · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Salisbury Central School

8.5/10

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7.9/10

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About Salisbury School

Salisbury School is a private high school in Salisbury, CT. Salisbury School serves approximately 307 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Salisbury School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #29 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it compares1.2 pts above CT schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • CT avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 7.6:1 students to teachers, Salisbury School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Salisbury 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.

Salisbury 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.

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+ 6.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,288
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 52%
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
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Enrollment 307
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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 66.1%
Asian 16.9%
Two or More 6.8%
Hispanic 5.2%
Black 4.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

251 CANAAN RD, Salisbury, CT 06068

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Salisbury School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WEBUTUCK HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 10.7 miles away, in nearby Amenia), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE HOTCHKISS SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Lakeville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BERKSHIRE SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Sheffield), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Salisbury, see our Salisbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Salisbury Central School Lakeville 3.0 mi 8.5
Lee H. Kellogg School Falls Village 3.4 mi 7.9
Housatonic Valley Regional High School Falls Village 4.5 mi 5.4
North Canaan Elementary School North Canaan 3.9 mi 7.3
THE HOTCHKISS SCHOOL Lakeville 4.4 mi 7.2
INDIAN MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Lakeville 5.8 mi 6.6
Undermountain Sheffield 7.5 mi 8.0
Mt Everett Regional Sheffield 7.5 mi 6.7
BERKSHIRE SCHOOL Sheffield 8.2 mi 7.2
Cornwall Consolidated School West Cornwall 8.8 mi 7.9
Sharon Center School Sharon 9.0 mi 6.8
South Egremont Sheffield 11.3 mi
New Marlborough Central Sheffield 10.6 mi 8.2
WEBUTUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amenia 10.6 mi 3.9
WEBUTUCK HIGH SCHOOL Amenia 10.7 mi 8.7
EUGENE BROOKS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Amenia 10.7 mi 4.8
BERKSHIRE WALDORF SCHOOL Great Barrington 13.2 mi 5.2
MAPLEBROOK SCHOOL Amenia 12.1 mi
Botelle Elementary School Norfolk 10.5 mi 5.4
BARD ACADEMY AT SIMONS ROCK Great Barrington 14.5 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,375

Median Home Value

$821,100

Median Rent

$1,868/mo

Population

2,034

College Educated

46.2%

Homeownership

72.3%

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

40.9

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Coventry High School Coventry, CT 7.3
Nathan Hale-Ray High School Moodus, CT 7.3
POMFRET SCHOOL Pomfret, CT 7.3
P-TECH Norwalk Norwalk, CT 7.2
SUFFIELD ACADEMY Suffield, CT 7.2
WATKINSON SCHOOL Hartford, CT 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Salisbury School

What grades does Salisbury School serve?

Salisbury School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Salisbury School?

Salisbury School has an enrollment of approximately 307 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Salisbury School?

The student-teacher ratio at Salisbury School is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Salisbury School rank in CT?

Salisbury School ranks #29 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is Salisbury School's MySchoolScout rating?

Salisbury School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Salisbury School a private school?

Yes, Salisbury School is a private all-boys school with a Episcopal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Salisbury School a religious school?

Salisbury School has a Episcopal religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
307
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Episcopal
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
184 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Litchfield County

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