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#157 of 202 private schools in CT
St Rita School
Elementary School
1601 WHITNEY AVE, Hamden, CT 06517
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#157 of 202
In Hamden
#6 of 6
public schools
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St Rita School
Elementary School in Hamden · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Rita School
St Rita School is a private elementary school in Hamden, CT. St Rita School serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. St Rita School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #157 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
St Rita 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 Rita School compares to 10 public schools serving similar grades in Hamden, CT
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Rita School (this school) | 5.6 |
| Spring Glen School | 8.7 |
| The Bridge at ACES | — |
| Ridge Hill School | 6.8 |
| Church Street School | 4.9 |
| Hamden Middle School | 5.4 |
| Shepherd Glen School | 6.0 |
| Dunbar Hill School | 3.9 |
| Helen Street School | 4.6 |
| Bear Path School | 7.2 |
| West Woods School | 6.7 |
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
1601 WHITNEY AVE, Hamden, CT 06517
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Rita School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Spring Glen School (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST THOMAS'S DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby New Haven), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ridge Road Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby North Haven), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hamden, see our Hamden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WHITNEY HALL SCHOOL Hamden | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Spring Glen School Hamden | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| The Bridge at ACES Hamden | 0.9 mi | — |
| Hamden High School Hamden | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| HAMDEN HALL COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Hamden | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Ridge Hill School Hamden | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Ridge Road Elementary School North Haven | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Hamden Middle School Hamden | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Church Street School Hamden | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| CEDARHURST SCHOOL Hamden | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Shepherd Glen School Hamden | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| SACRED HEART ACADEMY Hamden | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| ST THOMAS'S DAY SCHOOL New Haven | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| CALVIN HILL DAYCARE CENTER & KLF KINDERGARTEN New Haven | 2.1 mi | — |
| Dunbar Hill School Hamden | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| LEILA DAY NURSERIES, INC. New Haven | 2.3 mi | — |
| THE FOOTE SCHOOL New Haven | 2.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Wilbur Cross High School New Haven | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Worthington Hooker School New Haven | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Lincoln-Bassett School New Haven | 2.2 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06517 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,154
Median Home Value
$313,000
Median Rent
$1,351/mo
Population
14,867
College Educated
52.3%
Homeownership
63.4%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
43.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Farm Hill School Middletown, CT | 5.6 |
| GREENWICH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Greenwich, CT | 5.6 |
| Paul Laurence Dunbar School Bridgeport, CT | 5.6 |
| ST ANN ACADEMY Bridgeport, CT | 5.6 |
| STEM Magnet at Annie Fisher School Hartford, CT | 5.6 |
| THE CATHOLIC ACADEMY OF STAMFORD Stamford, CT | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Rita School
What grades does St Rita School serve?
St Rita School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Rita School?
St Rita School has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Rita School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Rita School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Rita School rank in CT?
St Rita School ranks #157 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is St Rita School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Rita School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Rita School a private school?
Yes, St Rita 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 Rita School a religious school?
St Rita School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 286
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Haven County
- Phone
- (203) 248-3114
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