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#91 of 202 private schools in CT
Top 45% of private schools
St Bridget School
Elementary School
171 MAIN ST, Cheshire, CT 06410
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#91 of 202
In Cheshire
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Bridget School
Elementary School in Cheshire · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Bridget School
St Bridget School is a private elementary school in Cheshire, CT. St Bridget School serves approximately 256 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Bridget School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #91 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 6.5 · Average
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
St Bridget 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 St Bridget School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Cheshire, CT
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Bridget School (this school) | 6.5 |
| Dodd Middle School | 7.5 |
| Highland School | 8.9 |
| Doolittle School | 7.9 |
| Chapman School | 8.9 |
| Norton School | 8.8 |
| Darcey School | 6.8 |
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
171 MAIN ST, Cheshire, CT 06410
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Bridget School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cook Hill School (rated 9.3/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Wallingford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highland School (rated 9.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Wallingford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Highland School (rated 8.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cheshire, see our Cheshire schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE CHESHIRE ACADEMY Cheshire | 0.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Dodd Middle School Cheshire | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Highland School Cheshire | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Cheshire High School Cheshire | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Doolittle School Cheshire | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Chapman School Cheshire | 1.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Norton School Cheshire | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| BOULDER KNOLL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cheshire | 2.5 mi | — |
| Darcey School Cheshire | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Cook Hill School Wallingford | 4.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Highland School Wallingford | 3.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Prospect Elementary School Prospect | 3.6 mi | 8.6 |
| William M. Strong Elementary School Plantsville | 4.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Wrinn Integrated Preschool - SES Plantsville | 4.8 mi | — |
| Long River Middle School Prospect | 3.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Mark T. Sheehan High School Wallingford | 3.8 mi | 6.6 |
| South End Elementary School Plantsville | 4.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Hanover School Meriden | 3.9 mi | 7.7 |
| West Woods School Hamden | 5.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Parker Farms School Wallingford | 4.1 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$150,524
Median Home Value
$419,200
Median Rent
$1,288/mo
Population
28,792
College Educated
62.2%
Homeownership
87.5%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
44.4
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|---|---|
| Andrew Avenue School Naugatuck, CT | 6.5 |
| Anna E. Norris School East Hartford, CT | 6.5 |
| Barkhamsted Elementary School Barkhamsted, CT | 6.5 |
| Charles Barnum Magnet School Groton, CT | 6.5 |
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| Frederick Brewster School Durham, CT | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Bridget School
What grades does St Bridget School serve?
St Bridget School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Bridget School?
St Bridget School has an enrollment of approximately 256 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Bridget School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Bridget School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Bridget School rank in CT?
St Bridget School ranks #91 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is St Bridget School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Bridget School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Bridget School a private school?
Yes, St Bridget 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 St Bridget School a religious school?
St Bridget School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 256
- Gender Split
- 45% M / 55% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Haven County
- Phone
- (203) 272-5860
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