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#197 of 202 private schools in CT

St Joseph High School

High School

2320 HUNTINGTON TPKE, Trumbull, CT 06611

Private

Enrollment

768

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

4.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Connecticut private schools

#197 of 202

In Trumbull

#4 of 4

public schools

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St Joseph High School

4.0/10

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

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About St Joseph High School

St Joseph High School is a private high school in Trumbull, CT. St Joseph High School serves approximately 768 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #197 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it compares2.1 pts below CT schools
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • CT avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

St Joseph High 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 St Joseph High School compares to the 9 public schools in Trumbull, CT

Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
This School
vs
14.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
768
This School
vs
737
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.0
This School
vs
8.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 81.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 7.6% vs 0%
Asian 5.7% vs 0%
Black 4.7% vs 0%
St Joseph High School Trumbull Public Avg

All Schools in Trumbull

School Rating
St Joseph High School (this school) 4.0
Booth Hill School 7.9
Trumbull High School 7.7
Hillcrest Middle School 8.3
Daniels Farm School 8.7
Middlebrook School 8.5
Frenchtown Elementary School 8.1
Jane Ryan School 7.9
Tashua School 8.6
Madison Middle School 7.0

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)
C 2.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 14.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.3 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,134
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 33%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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Enrollment 768
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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 81.4%
Hispanic 7.6%
Asian 5.7%
Black 4.7%
Two or More 0.5%
Native American 0.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2320 HUNTINGTON TPKE, Trumbull, CT 06611

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Joseph High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Trumbull High School (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Aerospace/Hydrospace Engineering and Physical Sciences Magne (rated 7.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Bridgeport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High Scho (rated 7.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Bridgeport), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Trumbull, see our Trumbull schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Booth Hill School Trumbull 0.3 mi 7.9
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Trumbull 1.2 mi 5.5
Trumbull High School Trumbull 1.5 mi 7.7
Booth Hill School Shelton 1.8 mi 7.8
CHRISTIAN HERITAGE SCHOOL Trumbull 1.9 mi 7.2
Hillcrest Middle School Trumbull 1.6 mi 8.3
Daniels Farm School Trumbull 1.9 mi 8.7
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Shelton 2.7 mi 5.6
Information Technology & Software Engineering Magnet High Sc Bridgeport 2.7 mi 7.0
Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High Scho Bridgeport 2.7 mi 7.4
Aerospace/Hydrospace Engineering and Physical Sciences Magne Bridgeport 2.7 mi 7.6
Mohegan School Shelton 3.0 mi 6.3
Bunnell High School Stratford 2.8 mi 4.5
Thomas Hooker School Bridgeport 3.1 mi 5.1
Second Hill Lane School Stratford 3.1 mi 4.2
Middlebrook School Trumbull 2.5 mi 8.5
Wilbur Cross School Bridgeport 3.0 mi 2.3
ST MARK SCHOOL Stratford 2.9 mi 5.3
Eli Whitney School Stratford 3.2 mi 6.2
Harry B. Flood Middle School Stratford 2.8 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$163,227

Median Home Value

$495,300

Median Rent

$2,292/mo

Population

36,928

College Educated

59.5%

Homeownership

89%

Avg Commute

33.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

41.9

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Bulkeley High School Hartford, CT 4.0
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Bassick High School Bridgeport, CT 4.1
E. C. Goodwin Technical High School New Britain, CT 4.1
Academy of Science and Innovation New Britain, CT 3.9
Hill Regional Career High School New Haven, CT 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Joseph High School

What grades does St Joseph High School serve?

St Joseph High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend St Joseph High School?

St Joseph High School has an enrollment of approximately 768 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph High School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph High School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Joseph High School rank in CT?

St Joseph High School ranks #197 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is St Joseph High School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Joseph High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Joseph High School a private school?

Yes, St Joseph High 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 Joseph High School a religious school?

St Joseph High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
768
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.3 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Fairfield County

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