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#78 of 202 private schools in CT
Top 38% of private schools
St Thomas More School
High School
45 COTTAGE RD, Oakdale, CT 06370
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
144
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.6
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#78 of 202
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About St Thomas More School
St Thomas More School is a private high school in Oakdale, CT. St Thomas More School serves approximately 144 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. St Thomas More School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #78 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- CT avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 144 students, St Thomas More 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.
At 8:1 students to teachers, St Thomas More School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Thomas More 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 Thomas More School compares to the 4 public schools in Oakdale, CT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Oakdale
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Thomas More School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Oakdale School | 8.7 |
| Dr. Charles E. Murphy School | 8.3 |
| Montville High School | 6.7 |
| Leonard J. Tyl Middle School | 5.7 |
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
45 COTTAGE RD, Oakdale, CT 06370
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Thomas More School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Three Rivers Middle College Magnet School (rated 8.2/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Norwich), which scores notably higher. Another option is Montville High School (rated 6.7/10, 4.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Bacon Academy (rated 6.4/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Colchester), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Oakdale, see our Oakdale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Oakdale School Oakdale | 3.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Salem Elementary School Salem | 3.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Dr. Charles E. Murphy School Oakdale | 4.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Leonard J. Tyl Middle School Oakdale | 4.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Montville High School Oakdale | 4.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Fields Memorial School Bozrah | 4.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Bacon Academy Colchester | 6.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Thomas W. Mahan School Norwich | 5.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Lyman Memorial High School Lebanon | 7.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Lebanon Middle School Lebanon | 7.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Colchester Elementary School Colchester | 6.6 mi | 6.2 |
| BAPTIST BIBLE ACADEMY Waterford | 7.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Jack Jackter Intermediate School Colchester | 6.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Three Rivers Middle College Magnet School Norwich | 6.1 mi | 8.2 |
| William J. Johnston Middle School Colchester | 6.7 mi | 7.9 |
| MONTESSORI DISCOVERY SCHOOL Norwich | 6.2 mi | 4.6 |
| WATERFORD COUNTRY SCHOOL Quaker Hill | 7.6 mi | 8.1 |
| John B. Stanton School Norwich | 6.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Samuel Huntington School Norwich | 6.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Teachers' Memorial Global Studies Magnet Middle School Norwich | 6.5 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06370 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,891
Median Home Value
$304,500
Median Rent
$964/mo
Population
7,547
College Educated
31.6%
Homeownership
91.4%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
3%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| PUTNAM SCIENCE ACADEMY Putnam, CT | 6.8 |
| WESTOVER SCHOOL Middlebury, CT | 6.8 |
| THE MARVELWOOD SCHOOL Kent, CT | 6.9 |
| THE WILLIAMS SCHOOL New London, CT | 7.0 |
| SOUTH KENT SCHOOL South Kent, CT | 7.1 |
| CARDINAL KUNG ACADEMY Stamford, CT | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Thomas More School
What grades does St Thomas More School serve?
St Thomas More School serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend St Thomas More School?
St Thomas More School has an enrollment of approximately 144 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Thomas More School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Thomas More School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Thomas More School rank in CT?
St Thomas More School ranks #78 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is St Thomas More School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Thomas More School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Thomas More School a private school?
Yes, St Thomas More 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 Thomas More School a religious school?
St Thomas More School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 144
- Gender Split
- 90% M / 10% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- New London County
- Phone
- (860) 859-1900
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