Below Average
#188 of 202 private schools in CT
St Paul Catholic High School
High School
1001 STAFFORD AVE, Bristol, CT 06010
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#188 of 202
In Bristol
#3 of 3
public schools
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St Paul Catholic High School
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About St Paul Catholic High School
St Paul Catholic High School is a private high school in Bristol, CT. St Paul Catholic High School serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Paul Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #188 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- CT avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
St Paul Catholic 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
BetaHow St Paul Catholic High School compares to the 13 public schools in Bristol, CT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Bristol
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Paul Catholic High School (this school) | 4.9 |
| Edgewood Pre-K Academy | 3.0 |
| Ivy Drive School | 7.1 |
| Northeast Middle School | 6.1 |
| Mountain View School | 6.9 |
| Stafford School | 4.4 |
| Bristol Eastern High School | 4.9 |
| Ellen P. Hubbell School | 7.9 |
| Greene-Hills School | 5.6 |
| Chippens Hill Middle School | 5.6 |
| Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School | — |
| South Side School | 7.5 |
| West Bristol School | 5.1 |
| Bristol Central High School | 4.9 |
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
1001 STAFFORD AVE, Bristol, CT 06010
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Paul Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. West Woods Upper Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Farmington), which scores notably higher. Another option is West District School (rated 8.6/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Unionville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Union School (rated 8.6/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Unionville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bristol, see our Bristol schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edgewood Pre-K Academy Bristol | 0.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Northeast Middle School Bristol | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Ivy Drive School Bristol | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Stafford School Bristol | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Mountain View School Bristol | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Bristol Eastern High School Bristol | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Ellen P. Hubbell School Bristol | 1.7 mi | 7.9 |
| ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Bristol | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Louis Toffolon School Plainville | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Middle School of Plainville Plainville | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Bristol | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Lake Garda Elementary School Burlington | 2.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Greene-Hills School Bristol | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| West Woods Upper Elementary School Farmington | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School Bristol | 2.7 mi | — |
| CONNECTICUT JUNIOR REPUBLIC-BRISTOL Bristol | 2.8 mi | — |
| West District School Unionville | 3.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Chippens Hill Middle School Bristol | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| South Side School Bristol | 3.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Union School Unionville | 4.0 mi | 8.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06010 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,642
Median Home Value
$252,300
Median Rent
$1,307/mo
Population
61,206
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
64.6%
Avg Commute
24.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
38.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Paul Catholic High School
What grades does St Paul Catholic High School serve?
St Paul Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend St Paul Catholic High School?
St Paul Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Paul Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Paul Catholic High School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Paul Catholic High School rank in CT?
St Paul Catholic High School ranks #188 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is St Paul Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Paul Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Paul Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, St Paul Catholic 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 Paul Catholic High School a religious school?
St Paul Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 420
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 177 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hartford County
- Phone
- (860) 584-0911
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