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#79 of 202 private schools in CT
Top 39% of private schools
The Country School
Elementary School
341 OPENING HILL RD, Madison, CT 06443
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#79 of 202
In Madison
#2 of 3
public schools
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The Country School
Elementary School in Madison · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School
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About The Country School
The Country School is a private elementary school in Madison, CT. The Country School serves approximately 185 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. The Country School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #79 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 185 students, The Country 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 5.4:1 students to teachers, The Country School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Country 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 The Country School compares to the 5 public schools in Madison, CT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Madison
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Country School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Dr. Robert H. Brown Intermediate School | 8.0 |
| Walter C. Polson Middle School | 7.4 |
| J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Daniel Hand High School | 8.6 |
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
341 OPENING HILL RD, Madison, CT 06443
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Country School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Haddam-Killingworth Intermediate School (rated 9.2/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Killingworth), which scores notably higher. Another option is Killingworth Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Higganum), which scores notably higher. Additionally, J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School Madison | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Dr. Robert H. Brown Intermediate School Madison | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Walter C. Polson Middle School Madison | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School Madison | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Daniel Hand High School Madison | 2.4 mi | 8.6 |
| GROVE SCHOOL Madison | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Guilford Lakes School Guilford | 2.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Calvin Leete School Guilford | 3.4 mi | 8.9 |
| E. C. Adams Middle School Guilford | 3.4 mi | 8.2 |
| OUR LADY OF MERCY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Madison | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
| A. W. Cox School Guilford | 4.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Guilford High School Guilford | 4.0 mi | 8.4 |
| A. Baldwin Middle School Guilford | 4.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Killingworth Elementary School Higganum | 4.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Haddam-Killingworth Middle School Killingworth | 5.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Haddam-Killingworth Intermediate School Killingworth | 5.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Melissa Jones School Guilford | 5.6 mi | 8.4 |
| The Morgan School Clinton | 5.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Lewin G. Joel Jr. School Clinton | 5.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Jared Eliot School Clinton | 6.3 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06443 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$168,341
Median Home Value
$534,800
Median Rent
$2,046/mo
Population
17,577
College Educated
71.8%
Homeownership
90.6%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
1.9%
Median Age
51.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Parker Farms School Wallingford, CT | 6.6 |
| South Norwalk Elementary School Norwalk, CT | 6.6 |
| Andrew Avenue School Naugatuck, CT | 6.5 |
| Anna E. Norris School East Hartford, CT | 6.5 |
| Barkhamsted Elementary School Barkhamsted, CT | 6.5 |
| Dominick H. Ferrara School East Haven, CT | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Country School
What grades does The Country School serve?
The Country School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend The Country School?
The Country School has an enrollment of approximately 185 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Country School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Country School is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Country School rank in CT?
The Country School ranks #79 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is The Country School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Country 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 The Country School a private school?
Yes, The Country School 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 The Country School a religious school?
No, The Country School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 185
- Gender Split
- 60% M / 40% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 163 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Haven County
- Phone
- (203) 421-3113
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