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#111 of 202 private schools in CT

Southington Catholic School

Elementary School

133 BRISTOL ST, Southington, CT 06489

Private

Enrollment

93

Student-Teacher

7.2:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Connecticut private schools

#111 of 202

In Southington

#2 of 2

public schools

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Southington Catholic School

6.1/10

Elementary School in Southington · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.7/10

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8.1/10

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About Southington Catholic School

Southington Catholic School is a private elementary school in Southington, CT. Southington Catholic School serves approximately 93 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Southington Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #111 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it compares0.4 pts below CT schools
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • CT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 93 students, Southington Catholic 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 7.2:1 students to teachers, Southington Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Southington Catholic 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 Southington Catholic School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Southington, CT

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.2:1
This School
vs
13.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
93
This School
vs
360
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.1
This School
vs
7.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 71% vs 0%
Hispanic 14% vs 0%
Black 8.6% vs 0%
Asian 5.4% vs 0%
Southington Catholic School Southington Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Southington Catholic School (this school) 6.1
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School 7.7
Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School 8.1
Urbin T. Kelley School 8.2
Wrinn Integrated Preschool - HES
William H. Hatton Elementary School 7.4
Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School 6.1
Flanders Elementary School 7.9
R. E. Thalberg Elementary School 6.0

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+ 6.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,140.3
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 46%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
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Enrollment 93
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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 71.0%
Hispanic 14.0%
Black 8.6%
Asian 5.4%
Native American 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

133 BRISTOL ST, Southington, CT 06489

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Southington Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chapman School (rated 8.9/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Cheshire), which scores notably higher. Another option is Urbin T. Kelley School (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Southington, see our Southington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School Southington 0.2 mi 7.7
Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School Southington 0.8 mi 8.1
Urbin T. Kelley School Southington 1.1 mi 8.2
John F. Kennedy Middle School Plantsville 1.4 mi 6.4
South End Elementary School Plantsville 1.8 mi 7.6
Wrinn Integrated Preschool - HES Southington 1.4 mi
William H. Hatton Elementary School Southington 1.4 mi 7.4
Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School Southington 1.5 mi 6.1
Southington High School Southington 1.8 mi 6.5
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Southington 2.5 mi 6.2
Flanders Elementary School Southington 2.2 mi 7.9
William M. Strong Elementary School Plantsville 2.5 mi 8.1
Wrinn Integrated Preschool - SES Plantsville 2.5 mi
R. E. Thalberg Elementary School Southington 3.4 mi 6.0
GREAT BEGINNINGS Plainville 4.7 mi
Greene-Hills School Bristol 5.0 mi 5.6
Plainville High School Plainville 5.0 mi 5.2
Chapman School Cheshire 5.3 mi 8.9
Linden Street School Plainville 5.2 mi 6.0
Darcey School Cheshire 5.0 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06489 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$124,543

Median Home Value

$360,600

Median Rent

$1,440/mo

Population

32,444

College Educated

43.8%

Homeownership

82.1%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

2.9%

Median Age

44.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Southington Catholic School

What grades does Southington Catholic School serve?

Southington Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Southington Catholic School?

Southington Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 93 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Southington Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Southington Catholic School is 7.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Southington Catholic School rank in CT?

Southington Catholic School ranks #111 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is Southington Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Southington Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Southington Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Southington Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Southington Catholic School a religious school?

Southington Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
93
Gender Split
58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.3 hours
Days Per Year
181 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hartford County

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