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#162 of 202 private schools in CT

St Mary's School

Elementary School

946 HOPMEADOW ST, Simsbury, CT 06070

Private

Enrollment

150

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Connecticut private schools

#162 of 202

In Simsbury

#2 of 2

public schools

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St Mary's School

5.5/10

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

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8.6/10

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About St Mary's School

St Mary's School is a private elementary school in Simsbury, CT. St Mary's School serves approximately 150 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Mary's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #162 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it compares1.0 pts below CT schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • CT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 150 students, St Mary's 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's 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 Mary's School compares to the 4 public schools in Simsbury, CT

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
This School
vs
12.8:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
150
This School
vs
745
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.5
This School
vs
8.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 83.3% vs 0%
Asian 4.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 4% vs 0%
Black 1.3% vs 0%
St Mary's School Simsbury Public Avg

All Schools in Simsbury

School Rating
St Mary's School (this school) 5.5
Central School 8.6
Henry James Memorial School 7.9
Simsbury High School 8.6
Squadron Line School 7.9

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+ 4.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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School Day Length 6.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,206
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 30%
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
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Enrollment 150
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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 83.3%
Two or More 5.3%
Asian 4.7%
Hispanic 4.0%
Black 1.3%
Pacific Islander 1.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

946 HOPMEADOW ST, Simsbury, CT 06070

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Mary's School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Central School (rated 8.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tootin' Hills School (rated 8.4/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby West Simsbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Latimer Lane School (rated 8.1/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Weatogue), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Simsbury, see our Simsbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Central School Simsbury 0.2 mi 8.6
WESTMINSTER SCHOOL Simsbury 0.3 mi 8.1
Henry James Memorial School Simsbury 0.8 mi 7.9
Squadron Line School Simsbury 1.4 mi 7.9
Simsbury High School Simsbury 1.4 mi 8.6
Tariffville School Tariffville 2.5 mi 7.2
Latimer Lane School Weatogue 3.1 mi 8.1
Ana Grace Academy of the Arts Bloomfield 2.9 mi 5.9
R. Dudley Seymour School East Granby 3.8 mi 6.9
THE MASTER'S SCHOOL West Simsbury 3.2 mi 7.7
Global Experience Magnet School Bloomfield 3.4 mi 5.5
Tootin' Hills School West Simsbury 3.6 mi 8.4
Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School Bloomfield 4.1 mi 4.5
TALCOTT MOUNTAIN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE MATHEMATICS Avon 4.9 mi 6.1
FARMINGTON VALLEY ACADEMY MONTESSORI Avon 4.8 mi 6.7
Academy of International Studies 6-12 Bloomfield 3.8 mi 5.2
Granby Memorial High School Granby 5.4 mi 7.5
Granby Memorial Middle School Granby 5.5 mi 5.8
Reggio Magnet School of the Arts Avon 5.7 mi 3.4
Kelly Lane Primary School Granby 6.0 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$159,797

Median Home Value

$414,400

Median Rent

$1,967/mo

Population

15,353

College Educated

69.4%

Homeownership

77.5%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

44.8

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CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF BRIDGEPORT/ST RAPHAEL ACADEMY Bridgeport, CT 5.6
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Shelton, CT 5.6
Windham Center School Windham, CT 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Mary's School

What grades does St Mary's School serve?

St Mary's School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Mary's School?

St Mary's School has an enrollment of approximately 150 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Mary's School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Mary's School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Mary's School rank in CT?

St Mary's School ranks #162 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is St Mary's School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Mary's School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Mary's School a private school?

Yes, St Mary's 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's School a religious school?

St Mary's School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
150
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hartford County

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