2019 Best Schools in New Haven CountyAbout this List

Choate Rosemary Hall

• Private School
• Wallingford, CT
• 9-12
• 114

Alum: There is so much to love about Choate. The faculty and administrators are deeply invested in educating well-rounded, world citizens who are prepared to enter any industry or academic discipline. From sports to Model UN to the performing arts, everyone has school pride!

My only critique is that the competitive nature of the school culture can be overwhelming for young students - but there are classmates, teachers, and academic or health counselors who are always ready to lend a helping hand.

Go Choate!
Read 114 Reviews

• A+

• 850 Students
• 4:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hopkins School

• Private School
• New Haven, CT
• 7-12
• 61

Sophomore: Hopkins School is a school full of teachers who care about the education of students. They are quite flexible and do their best to make sure the material is learned and remembered. The tests and quizzes further help supplement this. Although diversity is not the strongest point of the school, cultural appreciation for minorities is common and various clubs and activities help celebrate this as well as provide wonderful resources that help connect the concepts learned during the school year.
Read 61 Reviews

• A+

• 715 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Hamden Hall Country Day School

• Private School
• Hamden, CT
• PK, K-12
• 73

• A+

• 580 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Westover School

• Private School
• Middlebury, CT
• 9-12
• 58

Parent: The school environment is warm and welcoming, many traditions carried over throughout the years. Student body includes varied nationalities and those with diverse socioeconomic differences. Overall, a cohesive family environment where both boarders and day students interact together. Fabulous support and very small classes. Teachers and staff are very invested. Beautiful location! Student body support for sports, plays, music & the arts.
Read 58 Reviews

• A+

• 200 Students
• 3:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Amity Regional High School

• Amity Regional School District No. 5, CT
• 9-12
• 317

Senior: The academics at Amity are very rigorous, and I've heard from those who have graduated from Amity and are already in college that they felt Amity prepared them well for the college workload. However, particularly in the higher-level classes, there can be a sense of competition among students to do better than each other. There is a warped perception of what failing is, as many students find a B unacceptable for them.
Additionally, although there are lots of extracurricular clubs at Amity, it can be difficult getting involved later on in your high school career. It is imperative that freshmen establish themselves right off the bat at Amity or else it can be difficult to seize opportunities later on.
Read 317 Reviews

• A+

• 1,486 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Cheshire Academy

• Private School
• Cheshire, CT
• 9-12
• 48

Senior: Cheshire Academy is like my second home. Freshman year, I attended a public school, which I was not happy at. I didn't have many friends, teachers didn't care, and I felt like a number in a big crowd. At CA, it is the complete opposite.
When I first started, I was afraid I would not fit in because it's a prep school, but I was proved wrong. The school is extremely diverse as it has students from 33 different countries! With all the different cultures coming together, people are forced to be more accepting.
I have amazing teachers who want nothing but to help me succeed and are always willing to help if I am ever struggling. Last year for my final exam, my math teacher spent three hours helping me study! I am never afraid to ask questions or go to any of them with my personal problems.
I give lots of credit to CA for who I am today as I have become so much more outgoing and happy. I am never afraid to be myself and I now know how to be more successful in life.
Read 48 Reviews

• A+

• 362 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Chase Collegiate School

• Private School
• Waterbury, CT
• PK, K-12
• 56

• A+

• 276 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Brass City Charter School

• Public School
• Waterbury, CT
• PK, K-3
• 1

Middle School Student: I am a student there. The teachers push you to your limit and they always help to make you better with what you struggle with such as reading comprehension, math, writing, and there is also advanced music learning such as Violin, Viola, and cello. Also all of the teachers there are the nicest they can be. Like my two great teachers Jodi paper and Rebecca caravello. Thank you to all the hard work and dedication that you put into helping all of us. Sean Marquis Boles
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• A+

• 186 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Daniel Hand High School

• Madison School District, CT
• 9-12
• 206

Senior: My experience at Daniel Hand has been overall a good time. There is a wide variety of class options and I truly believe that anyone can find something they like here. There is also a range of difficulty levels for classes. It's very accommodating for students who struggle academically as well as those who want a rigorous course load. Not only does it offer many options for classes, but Hand also has numerous clubs that can fit anyone's interests. Whether someone has an artistic or musical talent, wants to volunteer in the community, or even just wants to make some friends in a social club, there is a club for everyone! There are lots of music groups, art clubs, and even a video game club. But if that's not enough, you can join one of the many sports teams. At Hand, students take pride in athletics and many times are successful in winning regional or even state level competitions. Clearly, Daniel Hand has something for everyone and I am glad to have spent my high school years there.
Read 206 Reviews

• A+

• 1,164 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Academy of Our Lady of Mercy - Lauralton Hall

• Private School
• Milford, CT
• 9-12
• 145

Senior: I adore Lauralton it is a school where girls are empowered to be strong women! It truly is a place of learning and inspiration. Without it, I would not be the woman I am today.
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• A+

• 465 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Amity Middle School: Bethany

• Amity Regional School District No. 5, CT
• 7-8
• 1

Senior: Amity Middle School Bethany was a great two years for me. It brought two towns together, so we were able to meet new people. There are two teams for each grade. While I did not meet all the teachers - the teachers I had were fantastic! Great school to spend your 7th and 8th grade!
Read 1 Review

• A

• 383 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School

• Madison School District, CT
• K-4

• A

• 229 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Amity Middle School: Orange

• Amity Regional School District No. 5, CT
• 7-8

• A

• 375 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Melissa Jones School

• Guilford Public Schools, CT
• K-4
• 1

Parent: We joined Melissa Jones mid school year in 2016 and the transition was amazingly smooth. We were warmly welcomed by the office, principal, teachers and staff. The teachers are wonderful and communication is great from the classroom, office and PTO.

MJS has small class sizes and works hard at academics in a nurturing, mindful way while incorporating social-emotional education as well.

The PTO is great too! Tons of parent involvement at the school and enough opportunity for anyone who wants to help!
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• A

• 321 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Guilford High School

• Guilford Public Schools, CT
• 9-12
• 176

Alum: Guilford High School is a competitive environment with a strong focus on academic success. The school offers a variety of classes in different areas with a range of levels. GHS guides students to take rigorous classes while also staying involved in extracurricular activities and community service. Overall, GHS prepares you adequately for college, but you must also teach yourself to learn independently.
Read 176 Reviews

• A

• 1,083 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School

• Madison School District, CT
• K-4

• A

• 338 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Sacred Heart Academy

• Private School
• Hamden, CT
• 9-12
• 164

Senior: Sacred Heart Academy is an excellent Catholic School. It is a college prep school, it prepares us for college and beyond. The teachers and staff are very nice and helpful towards all of the students. Also, the school is welcoming to everyone of all races and religions. I have attended Sacred Heart all four years of my high school career and I am so grateful to have attended here. The school has strong morals that push all the girls to be the best they can and to be excelsior woman. Many alums come back to the school and say that their freshman year of college was a breeze because they had already learned the skills to study from Sacred Heart. Sacred Heart Academy is a great school to consider!
Read 164 Reviews

• A

• 433 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Calvin Leete School

• Guilford Public Schools, CT
• K-4

• A

• 254 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Beecher Road School

• Public School
• Woodbridge, CT
• PK, K-6
• 2

Niche User: So amazing. All the teachers are friendly and help the students understand things very well. You learn a lot, and get several fun projects.
Read 2 Reviews

• A

• 771 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

E. C. Adams Middle School

• Guilford Public Schools, CT
• 7-8
• 6

• A

• 552 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Notre Dame High School

• Private School
• West Haven, CT
• 9-12
• 91

Senior: I always New I wanted to attend Notre Dame high school but for financial reasons, I didn’t think it was possible. With the help of ND’s financial aid department and a mentor program known as Shepherd, my dream became a reality and I was not disappointed! ND was everything I had hoped it would be and then some! I have received a top notch education and made lifelong friendships with many other life lessons and memories along the way! I highly recommend NDWH!
Read 91 Reviews

• A

• 586 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Guilford Lakes School

• Guilford Public Schools, CT
• PK, K-4

• A

• 322 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Chapman School

• Cheshire Public Schools, CT
• K-6

• A

• 344 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Island Avenue Elementary School

• Madison School District, CT
• K-4
• 1

• A

• 268 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Highland School

• Cheshire Public Schools, CT
• K-6

• A

• 751 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio