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#67 of 202 private schools in CT
Top 33% of private schools
Whitney Hall School
School
1400 WHITNEY AVE, Hamden, CT 06517
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
6.7
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
51
Student-Teacher
4.2:1
Score
6.7
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#67 of 202
In Hamden
#1 of 6
public schools
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About Whitney Hall School
Whitney Hall School is a private school in Hamden, CT. Whitney Hall School serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 4.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitney Hall School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #67 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- CT avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 51 students, Whitney Hall 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 4.2:1 students to teachers, Whitney Hall School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Whitney Hall 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 Whitney Hall School compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Hamden, CT
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Whitney Hall School (this school) | 6.7 |
| Ridge Hill School | 6.8 |
| Church Street School | 4.9 |
| Hamden High School | 5.6 |
| Spring Glen School | 8.7 |
| The Bridge at ACES | — |
| Helen Street School | 4.6 |
| Eli Whitney Technical High School | 5.5 |
| Dunbar Hill School | 3.9 |
| Shepherd Glen School | 6.0 |
| Hamden Middle School | 5.4 |
| Bear Path School | 7.2 |
| West Woods School | 6.7 |
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
1400 WHITNEY AVE, Hamden, CT 06517
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Whitney Hall School may also want to explore other schools in the area. HAMDEN HALL COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, THE FOOTE SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby New Haven), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hamden, see our Hamden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST RITA SCHOOL Hamden | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| HAMDEN HALL COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Hamden | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Hamden High School Hamden | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| CEDARHURST SCHOOL Hamden | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Spring Glen School Hamden | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Ridge Hill School Hamden | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Church Street School Hamden | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| The Bridge at ACES Hamden | 1.4 mi | — |
| ST THOMAS'S DAY SCHOOL New Haven | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| SACRED HEART ACADEMY Hamden | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| CALVIN HILL DAYCARE CENTER & KLF KINDERGARTEN New Haven | 1.7 mi | — |
| THE FOOTE SCHOOL New Haven | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Lincoln-Bassett School New Haven | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Ridge Road Elementary School North Haven | 1.6 mi | 8.0 |
| LEILA DAY NURSERIES, INC. New Haven | 1.9 mi | — |
| Hamden Middle School Hamden | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Shepherd Glen School Hamden | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Worthington Hooker School New Haven | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Wilbur Cross High School New Haven | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Celentano BioTech Health and Medical Magnet School New Haven | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06517 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,154
Median Home Value
$313,000
Median Rent
$1,351/mo
Population
14,867
College Educated
52.3%
Homeownership
63.4%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
43.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASPIRE LIVING AND LEARNING ACADEMY Stratford, CT | 6.7 |
| MILFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milford, CT | 6.7 |
| THE PINNACLE SCHOOL Stamford, CT | 6.7 |
| NORTH STONINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY North Stonington, CT | 6.6 |
| VILLA MARIA SCHOOL Stamford, CT | 6.9 |
| HOPE ACADEMY Orange, CT | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Whitney Hall School
What grades does Whitney Hall School serve?
Whitney Hall School serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend Whitney Hall School?
Whitney Hall School has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitney Hall School?
The student-teacher ratio at Whitney Hall School is 4.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Whitney Hall School rank in CT?
Whitney Hall School ranks #67 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is Whitney Hall School's MySchoolScout rating?
Whitney Hall School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Whitney Hall School a private school?
Yes, Whitney Hall 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 Whitney Hall School a religious school?
No, Whitney Hall School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 51
- Gender Split
- 80% M / 20% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- New Haven County
- Phone
- (203) 248-2116
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