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#98 of 202 private schools in CT
Top 48% of private schools
St Joseph School
Elementary School
25 SQUIRE ST, New London, CT 06320
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
128
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#98 of 202
In New London
#2 of 2
public schools
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St Joseph School
Elementary School in New London · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Joseph School
St Joseph School is a private elementary school in New London, CT. St Joseph School serves approximately 128 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #98 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 128 students, St Joseph 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 9.8:1 students to teachers, St Joseph School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Joseph 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 Joseph School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in New London, CT
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Joseph School (this school) | 6.3 |
| C.B. Jennings International Elementary Magnet | 5.1 |
| Interdistrict School For Arts And Communication | 3.3 |
| New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet School | 7.0 |
| Science and Technology Magnet Pathway for Middle Grades | 4.9 |
| Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School | 3.8 |
| Regional Multicultural Magnet School | 4.7 |
| Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School | 4.5 |
| Winthrop STEM Elementary Magnet School | 8.8 |
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
25 SQUIRE ST, New London, CT 06320
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Joseph School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Great Neck Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Waterford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Winthrop STEM Elementary Magnet School (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Groton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New London, see our New London schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06320 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,224
Median Home Value
$234,800
Median Rent
$1,304/mo
Population
27,275
College Educated
29.1%
Homeownership
40%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
35.1
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|---|---|
| ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Manchester, CT | 6.3 |
| OUR LADY OF MERCY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Madison, CT | 6.2 |
| ST MARY & ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Derby, CT | 6.2 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Groton, CT | 6.4 |
| ST LAWRENCE SCHOOL West Haven, CT | 6.4 |
| COLD SPRING SCHOOL New Haven, CT | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Joseph School
What grades does St Joseph School serve?
St Joseph School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend St Joseph School?
St Joseph School has an enrollment of approximately 128 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Joseph School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Joseph School rank in CT?
St Joseph School ranks #98 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is St Joseph School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Joseph School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 School a private school?
Yes, St Joseph 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 School a religious school?
St Joseph School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 128
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- New London County
- Phone
- (860) 442-1720
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