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#12 of 202 private schools in CT

Top 5% of private schools

Waterford Country School

School

78 HUNTS BROOK RD, Quaker Hill, CT 06375

Private

Enrollment

66

Student-Teacher

4:1

Score

8.1

Grades

2nd – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#12 of 202

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Waterford Country School

8.1/10

School in Quaker Hill · grades 2nd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Waterford Country School

Waterford Country School is a private school in Quaker Hill, CT. Waterford Country School serves approximately 66 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 4:1 student-teacher ratio. Waterford Country School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #12 of 202 private schools in CT.

How it compares1.8 pts above CT schools
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • CT avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 66 students, Waterford 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 4:1 students to teachers, Waterford Country School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Waterford 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

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How Waterford Country School compares to the 1 public school in Quaker Hill, CT

Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
This School
vs
11:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
66
This School
vs
341
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.1
This School
vs
7.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 53% vs 0%
Black 16.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 13.6% vs 0%
Waterford Country School Quaker Hill Public Avg

All Schools in Quaker Hill

School Rating
Waterford Country School (this school) 8.1
Quaker Hill Elementary School 7.3

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

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,258
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 64%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Enrollment 66
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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)

White 53.0%
Black 16.7%
Hispanic 13.6%
Two or More 13.6%
Native American 1.5%
Pacific Islander 1.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

78 HUNTS BROOK RD, Quaker Hill, CT 06375

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Waterford Country School may also want to explore other schools in the area. BRADLEY SCHOOL-NEW LONDON REGIONAL (rated 7.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Uncasville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BAPTIST BIBLE ACADEMY (rated 5.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Waterford), a more accessible option. For more schools in Quaker Hill, see our Quaker Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
BAPTIST BIBLE ACADEMY Waterford 1.6 mi 5.5
Quaker Hill Elementary School Quaker Hill 2.3 mi 7.3
Leonard J. Tyl Middle School Oakdale 2.9 mi 5.7
Montville High School Oakdale 3.0 mi 6.7
BRADLEY SCHOOL-NEW LONDON REGIONAL Uncasville 2.6 mi 7.6
Dr. Charles E. Murphy School Oakdale 3.1 mi 8.3
Oswegatchie Elementary School Waterford 4.0 mi 8.1
THE WILLIAMS SCHOOL New London 3.7 mi 7.0
New London High School New London 4.2 mi 3.6
Science and Technology Magnet Pathway for High School Grades New London 4.2 mi 8.5
Oakdale School Oakdale 4.4 mi 8.7
Clark Lane Middle School Waterford 4.6 mi 7.0
Winthrop STEM Elementary Magnet School New London 4.3 mi 8.8
Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School New London 4.6 mi 3.8
New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet School New London 4.6 mi 7.0
Science and Technology Magnet Pathway for Middle Grades New London 4.6 mi 4.9
ST BERNARD SCHOOL Uncasville 4.6 mi 5.4
East Lyme High School East Lyme 4.4 mi 8.2
C.B. Jennings International Elementary Magnet New London 4.7 mi 5.1
The Friendship School Waterford 5.2 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06375 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,427

Median Home Value

$294,600

Median Rent

$998/mo

Population

3,667

College Educated

31.4%

Homeownership

84.9%

Avg Commute

20.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

49.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
MILESTONES BEHAVIORAL SERVICES Orange, CT 7.8
EAGLE HILL SCHOOL Greenwich, CT 8.4
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF GREATER HARTFORD West Hartford, CT 8.4
BENHAVEN SCHOOL Wallingford, CT 7.6
BRADLEY SCHOOL-NEW LONDON REGIONAL Uncasville, CT 7.6
INTENSIVE EDUCATION ACADEMY IN West Hartford, CT 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Waterford Country School

What grades does Waterford Country School serve?

Waterford Country School serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.

How many students attend Waterford Country School?

Waterford Country School has an enrollment of approximately 66 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Waterford Country School?

The student-teacher ratio at Waterford Country School is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Waterford Country School rank in CT?

Waterford Country School ranks #12 of 202 private schools in CT.

What is Waterford Country School's MySchoolScout rating?

Waterford Country School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Waterford Country School a private school?

Yes, Waterford 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 Waterford Country School a religious school?

No, Waterford Country School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
12 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
66
Gender Split
73% M / 27% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
185 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
New London County

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