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The Light House Voc-ed Center

School

58 PENNSYLVANIA AVE, Niantic, CT 06357

Private

Enrollment

8

Student-Teacher

8:1

Grades

1st – 10th

Updated 2021-22

About The Light House Voc-ed Center

The Light House Voc-ed Center is a private school in Niantic, CT 06357. The school serves approximately 8 students in grades 1st – 10th with a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $98,852, where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a midsize suburban setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 8 students, The Light House Voc-ed Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, The Light House Voc-ed Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

As a private school, The Light House Voc-ed Center operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How The Light House Voc-ed Center compares to the 3 public schools in Niantic, CT

Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
This School
vs
10.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
8
This School
vs
411
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 50% vs 0%
Black 25% vs 0%
Hispanic 25% vs 0%
The Light House Voc-ed Center Niantic Public Avg

All Schools in Niantic

School Rating
The Light House Voc-ed Center (this school)
Niantic Center School 4.5
Lillie B. Haynes School 4.9
East Lyme Middle School 6.5

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
1st – 10th
Enrollment
8 students
Type
Private
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
Address
58 PENNSYLVANIA AVE, Niantic, CT 06357
Phone
(860) 445-7626
Data Year
SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?

We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in CT aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.

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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 50.0%
Black 25.0%
Hispanic 25.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

58 PENNSYLVANIA AVE, Niantic, CT 06357

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Light House Voc-ed Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. East Lyme High School (rated 8.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby East Lyme). Another option is Science and Technology Magnet Pathway for High School Grades (rated 8.5/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby New London). Additionally, Flanders School (rated 7.9/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby East Lyme). For more schools in Niantic, see our Niantic schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
LIGHTHOUSE VOC-ED CENTER (SITE 3) Niantic 0.0 mi 3.3
Niantic Center School Niantic 0.5 mi 4.5
Lillie B. Haynes School Niantic 1.9 mi 4.9
East Lyme Middle School Niantic 2.0 mi 6.5
Oswegatchie Elementary School Waterford 2.5 mi 6.9
Flanders School East Lyme 3.1 mi 7.9
East Lyme High School East Lyme 3.1 mi 8.7
Great Neck Elementary School Waterford 3.2 mi 6.9
The Friendship School Waterford 3.3 mi 4.9
Waterford High School Waterford 3.5 mi 7.4
Clark Lane Middle School Waterford 3.9 mi 6.3
BAPTIST BIBLE ACADEMY Waterford 5.4 mi 5.5
New London High School New London 4.4 mi 6.1
Science and Technology Magnet Pathway for High School Grades New London 4.4 mi 8.5
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL New London 4.7 mi 6.3
Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School New London 5.0 mi 6.2
New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet School New London 5.0 mi 7.5
Science and Technology Magnet Pathway for Middle Grades New London 5.0 mi 6.1
C.B. Jennings International Elementary Magnet New London 5.1 mi 6.4
Mile Creek School Old Lyme 5.1 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06357 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$98,852

Median Home Value

$369,600

Median Rent

$1,476/mo

Population

11,315

College Educated

45.6%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Median Age

55.9

Community Profile

The community surrounding The Light House Voc-ed Center has a median household income of $98,852. It is a well-educated community where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $369,600, with a median rent of $1,476/month. The local poverty rate of 3.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Light House Voc-ed Center

What grades does The Light House Voc-ed Center serve?

The Light House Voc-ed Center serves students in grades 1st through 10th.

How many students attend The Light House Voc-ed Center?

The Light House Voc-ed Center has an enrollment of approximately 8 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Light House Voc-ed Center?

The student-teacher ratio at The Light House Voc-ed Center is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is The Light House Voc-ed Center a private school?

Yes, The Light House Voc-ed Center 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 Light House Voc-ed Center a religious school?

No, The Light House Voc-ed Center is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

County Safety
Low (206/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 10th
Enrollment
8
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers (FTE)
1
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
182 days
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
NEW LONDON
Data Year
2022–2023

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