Below Average
#189 of 202 private schools in CT
St Mary Magdalen School
Elementary School
140 BUCKINGHAM ST, Oakville, CT 06779
Enrollment
163
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
163
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
4.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#189 of 202
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St Mary Magdalen School
Elementary School in Oakville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Mary Magdalen School
St Mary Magdalen School is a private elementary school in Oakville, CT. St Mary Magdalen School serves approximately 163 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary Magdalen School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #189 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 163 students, St Mary Magdalen 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.
St Mary Magdalen 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 Mary Magdalen School compares to the 3 public schools in Oakville, CT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Oakville
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Mary Magdalen School (this school) | 4.8 |
| Swift Middle School | 6.9 |
| Polk School | 7.2 |
| John Trumbull Primary School | 5.3 |
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
140 BUCKINGHAM ST, Oakville, CT 06779
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Mary Magdalen School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Polk School (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carrington School (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Waterbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fletcher W. Judson School (rated 6.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Watertown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oakville, see our Oakville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Polk School Oakville | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Swift Middle School Oakville | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Carrington School Waterbury | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| John Trumbull Primary School Oakville | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Watertown High School Watertown | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| W. F. Kaynor Technical High School Waterbury | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Bunker Hill School Waterbury | 1.9 mi | 2.7 |
| Sprague School Waterbury | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
| ST JOHN'S SCHOOL Watertown | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Watertown | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| CATHOLIC STREAM ACADEMY OF WATERBURY Waterbury | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Brass City Charter School Waterbury | 2.4 mi | 3.4 |
| F. J. Kingsbury School Waterbury | 2.3 mi | 3.2 |
| ACES at Chase Waterbury | 3.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Driggs School Waterbury | 2.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Memorial Middle School Middlebury | 3.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Fletcher W. Judson School Watertown | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| West Side Middle School Waterbury | 3.3 mi | 3.3 |
| YESHIVA K'TANA OF WATERBURY Waterbury | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| BAIS YAAKOV OF WATERBURY HIGH SCHOOL Waterbury | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06779 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,353
Median Home Value
$248,300
Median Rent
$1,292/mo
Population
7,762
College Educated
31.5%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
45.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fields Memorial School Bozrah, CT | 4.7 |
| ST JOHN PAUL THE GREAT STREAM ACADEMY Torrington, CT | 4.7 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Danbury, CT | 4.9 |
| ST JAMES SCHOOL Danielson, CT | 5.0 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Old Saybrook, CT | 4.6 |
| W. B. Sweeney School Willimantic, CT | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Mary Magdalen School
What grades does St Mary Magdalen School serve?
St Mary Magdalen School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Mary Magdalen School?
St Mary Magdalen School has an enrollment of approximately 163 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary Magdalen School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Mary Magdalen School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Mary Magdalen School rank in CT?
St Mary Magdalen School ranks #189 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is St Mary Magdalen School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Mary Magdalen School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Mary Magdalen School a private school?
Yes, St Mary Magdalen 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 Mary Magdalen School a religious school?
St Mary Magdalen School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 163
- Gender Split
- 44% M / 56% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Litchfield County
- Phone
- (860) 945-0621
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