Skip to main content

Average

#151 of 202 private schools in CT

St Ann Academy

Elementary School

521 BREWSTER ST, Bridgeport, CT 06605

Private

Enrollment

219

Student-Teacher

19.7:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Connecticut private schools

#151 of 202

In Bridgeport

#6 of 7

public schools

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around St Ann Academy?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

St Ann Academy

5.6/10

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

Black Rock School

6.3/10

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Geraldine Claytor Magnet Academy

6.8/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About St Ann Academy

St Ann Academy is a private elementary school in Bridgeport, CT. St Ann Academy serves approximately 219 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. St Ann Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #151 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it compares0.9 pts below CT schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • CT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

St Ann Academy 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

Beta

How St Ann Academy compares to 36 public schools serving similar grades in Bridgeport, CT

Student-Teacher Ratio
19.7:1
This School
vs
14.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
219
This School
vs
502
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.6
This School
vs
4.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 40.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 38.4% vs 0%
White 12.8% vs 0%
St Ann Academy Bridgeport Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Ann Academy (this school) 5.6
Black Rock School 6.3
Geraldine Claytor Magnet Academy 6.8
Park City Prep Charter School 4.8
Great Oaks Charter School 6.1
Cesar Batalla School 4.1
Bryant School 7.1
New Beginnings Inc Family Academy 3.8
James J. Curiale School 5.2
Classical Studies Academy 4.0
Roosevelt School 6.2
Geraldine Johnson School 4.9
Capital Preparatory Harbor School 4.5
Columbus School 3.6
The Bridge Academy 4.6
Waltersville School 3.9
Barnum School 5.3
Madison School 4.3
Blackham School 4.1
Paul Laurence Dunbar School 5.6
Read School 4.0

Showing 20 of 36 schools. View all schools in Bridgeport

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)
C- 1.6 / 10
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio 19.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 6.3 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 66%
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
View breakdown
Enrollment 219
View data sources

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)

Black 40.2%
Hispanic 38.4%
White 12.8%
Two or More 6.4%
Native American 2.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

521 BREWSTER ST, Bridgeport, CT 06605

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Ann Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sherman School (rated 9.5/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Fairfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Holland Hill School (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Fairfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McKinley School (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Fairfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bridgeport, see our Bridgeport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Black Rock School Bridgeport 0.0 mi 6.3
Geraldine Claytor Magnet Academy Bridgeport 0.6 mi 6.8
FUSION ACADEMY FF: FAIRFIELD Fairfield 0.6 mi 6.5
Park City Prep Charter School Bridgeport 1.2 mi 4.8
Great Oaks Charter School Bridgeport 1.2 mi 6.1
Bryant School Bridgeport 1.4 mi 7.1
Cesar Batalla School Bridgeport 1.4 mi 4.1
Holland Hill School Fairfield 1.4 mi 8.6
Bassick High School Bridgeport 1.5 mi 4.1
Sherman School Fairfield 1.5 mi 9.5
McKinley School Fairfield 1.7 mi 8.2
Classical Studies Academy Bridgeport 1.8 mi 4.0
GREAT BEGINNINGS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fairfield 1.6 mi 5.8
FAIRFIELD COLLEGE PREPARATORY Fairfield 1.5 mi 3.6
James J. Curiale School Bridgeport 1.8 mi 5.2
New Beginnings Inc Family Academy Bridgeport 1.7 mi 3.8
Fairfield Warde High School Fairfield 2.1 mi 8.4
Bridgeport Military Academy Bridgeport 1.7 mi 5.3
Tomlinson Middle School Fairfield 1.8 mi 6.4
Roosevelt School Bridgeport 1.9 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06605 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,673

Median Home Value

$273,100

Median Rent

$1,423/mo

Population

25,238

College Educated

33.3%

Homeownership

30%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

24.5%

Median Age

33.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF BRIDGEPORT/ST RAPHAEL ACADEMY Bridgeport, CT 5.6
Farm Hill School Middletown, CT 5.6
GREENWICH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenwich, CT 5.6
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Shelton, CT 5.6
ST RITA SCHOOL Hamden, CT 5.6
THE CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF STAMFORD Stamford, CT 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Ann Academy

What grades does St Ann Academy serve?

St Ann Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Ann Academy?

St Ann Academy has an enrollment of approximately 219 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Ann Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at St Ann Academy is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Ann Academy rank in CT?

St Ann Academy ranks #151 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is St Ann Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

St Ann Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Ann Academy a private school?

Yes, St Ann Academy 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 St Ann Academy a religious school?

St Ann Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
219
Gender Split
48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Fairfield County

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.