Very Good
#36 of 202 private schools in CT
Top 17% of private schools
Suffield Academy
High School
185 N MAIN ST, Suffield, CT 06078
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#36 of 202
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About Suffield Academy
Suffield Academy is a private high school in Suffield, CT. Suffield Academy serves approximately 418 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Suffield Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #36 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- CT avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Suffield Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Suffield Academy 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 Suffield Academy compares to the 3 public schools in Suffield, CT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Suffield
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Suffield Academy (this school) | 7.2 |
| McAlister Intermediate School | 6.1 |
| Suffield Middle School | 7.0 |
| A. Ward Spaulding School | 6.1 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
185 N MAIN ST, Suffield, CT 06078
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Suffield Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Suffield High School (rated 6.8/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby West Suffield), with a comparable rating. Another option is Enfield High School (rated 6.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Enfield), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Windsor Locks High School (rated 5.5/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Windsor Locks), a more accessible option. For more schools in Suffield, see our Suffield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| McAlister Intermediate School Suffield | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Suffield Middle School Suffield | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| A. Ward Spaulding School Suffield | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Suffield High School West Suffield | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| North Street School Windsor Locks | 3.3 mi | 7.9 |
| ST BERNARD SCHOOL Enfield | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Enfield High School Enfield | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Enfield Street School Enfield | 3.0 mi | 9.4 |
| Windsor Locks Middle School Windsor Locks | 4.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Academy of Computer Science and Engineering Enfield | 3.7 mi | 4.8 |
| James Clark School Agawam | 4.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Windsor Locks High School Windsor Locks | 4.4 mi | 5.5 |
| South Elementary School Windsor Locks | 4.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Agawam Junior High Feeding Hills | 5.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Clifford M Granger Feeding Hills | 5.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Poquonock Elementary School Windsor | 5.8 mi | 9.7 |
| Agawam Early Childhood Center Agawam | 5.8 mi | 3.3 |
| WILLIE ROSS SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Longmeadow | 4.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Prudence Crandall School Enfield | 4.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Edgar H. Parkman School Enfield | 4.8 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06078 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,345
Median Home Value
$415,400
Median Rent
$1,425/mo
Population
10,751
College Educated
44.8%
Homeownership
84.3%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
46.7
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|---|---|
| P-TECH Norwalk Norwalk, CT | 7.2 |
| Coventry High School Coventry, CT | 7.3 |
| Nathan Hale-Ray High School Moodus, CT | 7.3 |
| POMFRET SCHOOL Pomfret, CT | 7.3 |
| SALISBURY SCHOOL Salisbury, CT | 7.3 |
| Stonington High School Pawcatuck, CT | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Suffield Academy
What grades does Suffield Academy serve?
Suffield Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Suffield Academy?
Suffield Academy has an enrollment of approximately 418 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Suffield Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Suffield Academy is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Suffield Academy rank in CT?
Suffield Academy ranks #36 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is Suffield Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Suffield Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Suffield Academy a private school?
Yes, Suffield Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Suffield Academy a religious school?
No, Suffield Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 418
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hartford County
- Phone
- (860) 386-4400
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