Very Good
#33 of 202 private schools in CT
Top 16% of private schools
Watkinson School
High School
180 BLOOMFIELD AVE, Hartford, CT 06105
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#33 of 202
In Hartford
#2 of 5
public schools
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About Watkinson School
Watkinson School is a private high school in Hartford, CT. Watkinson School serves approximately 216 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Watkinson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #33 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- CT avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 5.5:1 students to teachers, Watkinson School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Watkinson 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 Watkinson School compares to 30 public schools serving similar grades in Hartford, CT
Student Demographics
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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
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Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
180 BLOOMFIELD AVE, Hartford, CT 06105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Watkinson School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. University High School of Science and Engineering (rated 7.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Classical Magnet School (rated 5.7/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Bulkeley High School (rated 4.0/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hartford, see our Hartford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,235
Median Home Value
$365,400
Median Rent
$1,100/mo
Population
18,660
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
18.2%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.7%
Median Age
37.1
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| Quinebaug Middle College Danielson, CT | 7.2 |
| Nathan Hale-Ray High School Moodus, CT | 7.3 |
| Litchfield High School Litchfield, CT | 7.0 |
| New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet School New London, CT | 7.0 |
| THE WILLIAMS SCHOOL New London, CT | 7.0 |
| Bolton High School Bolton, CT | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Watkinson School
What grades does Watkinson School serve?
Watkinson School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Watkinson School?
Watkinson School has an enrollment of approximately 216 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Watkinson School?
The student-teacher ratio at Watkinson School is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Watkinson School rank in CT?
Watkinson School ranks #33 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is Watkinson School's MySchoolScout rating?
Watkinson School 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 Watkinson School a private school?
Yes, Watkinson 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 Watkinson School a religious school?
No, Watkinson School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 216
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 163 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hartford County
- Phone
- (860) 236-5618
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