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#195 of 202 private schools in CT

St Michael School

Elementary School

131 W BROAD ST, Pawcatuck, CT 63791

Private

Enrollment

157

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#195 of 202

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St Michael School

4.2/10

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

West Vine Street School

9.4/10

0.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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5.8/10

0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About St Michael School

St Michael School is a private elementary school in Pawcatuck, CT. St Michael School serves approximately 157 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Michael School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #195 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it compares2.3 pts below CT schools
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • CT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 157 students, St Michael 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 Michael 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 Michael School compares to the 2 public schools in Pawcatuck, CT

Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
This School
vs
11.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
157
This School
vs
452
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.2
This School
vs
8.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 91.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.4% vs 0%
St Michael School Pawcatuck Public Avg

All Schools in Pawcatuck

School Rating
St Michael School (this school) 4.2
West Vine Street School 9.4
Stonington High School 7.3

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 3.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 13.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.8 / 10
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School Day Length 6.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,098
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 17%
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 157
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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 91.1%
Hispanic 6.4%
Pacific Islander 1.9%
Two or More 0.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

131 W BROAD ST, Pawcatuck, CT 63791

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Michael School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Deans Mill School (rated 9.5/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Stonington), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Vine Street School (rated 9.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ashaway Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Ashaway), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pawcatuck, see our Pawcatuck schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.9 mi
School Distance Rating
West Vine Street School Pawcatuck 0.7 mi 9.4
Westerly Inclusion Preschool P Westerly 0.8 mi 5.8
State Street School Westerly 1.0 mi 8.1
Westerly High School Westerly 1.0 mi 8.9
Stonington High School Pawcatuck 1.4 mi 7.3
Springbrook Elementary School Westerly 1.8 mi 5.2
NORTH STONINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY North Stonington 3.6 mi 6.6
Westerly Middle School Westerly 3.3 mi 6.3
PINE POINT SCHOOL Stonington 3.0 mi 6.9
Ashaway Elementary School Ashaway 3.9 mi 8.8
Dunn's Corners School Westerly 3.8 mi 7.2
Wheeler High School North Stonington 5.0 mi 7.1
North Stonington Elementary School North Stonington 5.1 mi 8.5
Deans Mill School Stonington 4.6 mi 9.5
Stonington Middle School Mystic 5.7 mi 8.1
Gallup Hill School Ledyard 8.0 mi 5.0
Northeast Academy Magnet School Mystic 7.7 mi 7.7
Chariho Regional Middle School Wood River Junction 8.8 mi 6.0
Chariho Alternative Learning A Wood River Junction 8.9 mi 6.3
Chariho High School Wood River Junction 8.9 mi 8.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT HEBREW ACADEMY Orange, CT 4.2
Martin School Manchester, CT 4.3
ST BERNARD SCHOOL Enfield, CT 4.3
Wexler/Grant Community School New Haven, CT 4.3
Roberto Clemente International Dual Language School Waterbury, CT 4.4
Brennan Rogers School New Haven, CT 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Michael School

What grades does St Michael School serve?

St Michael School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Michael School?

St Michael School has an enrollment of approximately 157 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Michael School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Michael School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Michael School rank in CT?

St Michael School ranks #195 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is St Michael School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Michael School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Michael School a private school?

Yes, St Michael 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 Michael School a religious school?

St Michael School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
82 Very Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
157
Gender Split
45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.1 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
New London County

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