St. Gabriel School Photo - St. Gabriel's middle school students working on a Lego-robotics project.

Top 10 Best Hartford County Private Elementary Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 63 private elementary schools serving 8,394 students in Hartford County, CT.
The top ranked private elementary schools in Hartford County, CT include Kingswood Oxford School, Watkinson School, and St. James School.
The average tuition cost is $21,643, which is lower than the Connecticut private elementary school average tuition cost of $25,272.
55% of private elementary schools in Hartford County, CT are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top Ranked Hartford County Private Elementary Schools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Kingswood Oxford School
Kingswood Oxford School Photo - Our mission and core values are the grounding force within our school, its very soul. Our mission is why we are here. Our values are what we do. Ask any KO student about the core value that resonates with them the most, and you`ll get thoughtful and meaningful answers. 'Care beyond self' always tops the list.
(1)
170 Kingswood Road
West Hartford, CT 06119
(860) 727-5000
Grades: 6-12
| 504 students
Renbrook School
Renbrook School Photo - Renbrook School provides students in preschool through grade eight with a robust, purposeful, and developmentally appropriate educational experience of the highest caliber. Small classes in an intimate community of supportive and caring teachers allow for an individualized approach to learning enabling each child to learn to take appropriate risks and identify and cultivate his or her own strengths.
(15)
2865 Albany Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 236-1661
Grades: NS-8
| 370 students
Watkinson School
Watkinson School Photo - 225 students from 43 towns, reflecting a wide range of academic, personal and socioeconomic backgrounds. Faculty includes 43 teachers, 26 of whom hold master's degrees or above. Student-teacher ratio 6:1. Average class size 14
(2)
180 Bloomfield Avenue
Hartford, CT 06105
(860) 236-5618
Grades: 6-12
| 240 students
Corpus Christi School
(Catholic)
(1)
581 Silas Deane Hwy
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 529-5487
Grades: PK-8
| 379 students
Emmanuel Christian Academy
(Baptist)
(1)
569 Maple Hill Ave
Newington, CT 06111
(860) 667-3407
Grades: PK-12
| 421 students
The Ethel Walker School
The Ethel Walker School Photo
All-girls
230 Bushy Hill Road
Simsbury, CT 06070
(860) 408-4200
Grades: 6-12
| 226 students
Intensive Education Academy In
Special Education School
840 North Main St.
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 236-2049
Grades: 2-12
| 56 students
Oak Hill School
Special Education School
120 Holcomb St
Hartford, CT 06112
(860) 769-3860
Grades: K-12
| 106 students
St. James School
St. James School Photo
(Catholic)
(12)
73 Park Street
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 643-5088
Grades: PK-8
| 388 students
St. Mary's School
St. Mary's School Photo - St. Mary's School is a 2018 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence Recipient
(Catholic)
(1)
946 Hopmeadow Street
Simsbury, CT 06070
(860) 658-9412
Grades: PK-8
| 171 students
St. Paul School
(Catholic)
461 Alling St
Berlin, CT 06037
(860) 828-4343
Grades: PK-8
| 238 students
St. Timothy Middle School
(Catholic)
(1)
225 King Philip Dr
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 236-0614
Grades: 6-8
| 119 students
Adelbrook-the Learning Center Of East Hartford
Special Education School
21 Church St
East Hartford, CT 06108
(860) 540-4315
Grades: 7-12
| 36 students
Adelbrook-the Learning Center Of Manchester
Special Education School
42 Prospect St
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 645-1255
Grades: K-6
| 26 students
Ben Bronz Academy
Special Education School
(1)
11 Wampanoag Dr
West Hartford, CT 06107
(860) 236-5807
Grades: 2-12
| 43 students
The Bess & Paul Sigel Hebrew Academy
(Jewish)
(1)
53 Gabb Rd
Bloomfield, CT 06002
(860) 243-8333
Grades: PK-8
| 105 students
Central Christian Academy
(Baptist)
1505 West St
Southington, CT 06489
(860) 621-6701
Grades: PK-12
| 135 students
Chapter 126 Classroom
Special Education School
47 Upson St
Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 769-7054
Grades: K-12
| 90 students
Clinical Day School - Manchester Memorial Hospital
Special Education School
(2)
71 Haynes St
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 646-1222
Grades: 8-12
| 28 students
Cobb School Montessori
Cobb School Montessori Photo - Join Cobb School Montessori today and watch your child thrive in a nurturing, hands-on environment. We cultivate a love for learning that lasts a lifetime!
Montessori School
(8)
112 Sand Hill Road
Simsbury, CT 06070
(860) 658-1144
Grades: NS-6
| 170 students
Community Child Guidance Clinic
Special Education School
317 N Main St
Manchester, CT 06042
(606) 460-2051
Grades: 1-8
| 21 students
Connecticut Junior Republic-bristol
All-girls | Special Education School
(1)
30 Pleasant St
Bristol, CT 06010
(860) 845-8010
Grades: 6-12
| 59 students
The Cornerstone Christian School
The Cornerstone Christian School Photo
(Christian)
(19)
236 Main Street
Manchester, CT 06042
(860) 643-0792
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Covenant Preparatory School
All-boys (Catholic)
135 Broad St Ste 1
Hartford, CT 06105
(860) 547-0289
Grades: 6-8
| 40 students
Eagle House Education Program
Special Education School
1680 Albany Ave
Hartford, CT 06105
(860) 297-0552
Grades: 1-8
| 20 students
Enfield Montessori School
Enfield Montessori School Photo
Montessori School (Catholic)
1325 Enfield St
Enfield, CT 06082
(860) 745-5847
Grades: NS-8
| 172 students
Farmington Valley Academy Montessori
Montessori School
(1)
150 Fisher Dr
Avon, CT 06001
(860) 677-2403
Grades: PK-8
| 109 students
The First Academy
(Christian)
1151 Blue Hills Avenue
Bloomfield, CT 06002
(860) 243-6520
Grades: K-5
| 38 students
Focus Center For Autism~fresh Start School
Special Education School
126 Dowd Ave
Canton, CT 06019
(860) 693-8809
Grades: 8-12
| 14 students
Gengras Center/univ Of St. Joseph
Special Education School (Catholic)
(1)
1678 Asylum Ave
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 232-5616
Grades: 1-12
| 144 students
277 Main St
Hartford, CT 06106
(860) 263-7535
Grades: 5-8
| 53 students
The Grace S Webb School
Special Education School
(1)
200 Retreat Ave
Hartford, CT 06106
(860) 545-7238
Grades: 1-12
| 95 students
Hartford Adventist Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
(2)
474 Woodland Street
Hartford, CT 06112
(860) 724-5977
Grades: PK-8
| 84 students
High Road School Of Wallingford -hartford Primary
Special Education School
55 Waverly St
Hartford, CT 06112
(860) 695-7900
Grades: 2-8
| 40 students
Holy Seed Christian Academy
(Christian)
104 Notch Road
Bolton, CT 06043
(860) 533-9483
Grades: K-7
| 22 students
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Hartford County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1045 Day Hill Rd
Windsor, CT 06095
(860) 688-6681
Grades: PK-K
| 46 students
27 Park Rd
West Hartford, CT 06119
(860) 523-0060
Grades: PK-5
| 53 students
111 Ash St
East Hartford, CT 06108
(860) 290-6696
Grades: PK-6
| 55 students
19 Pine Street
Plainville, CT 06062
(860) 747-0157
Grades: PK-3
| 36 students
221 Farmington Ave
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 225-4275
Grades: K-9
| 202 students
35 Orange St
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 229-7663
Grades: PK-8
| 123 students
90 Alden Avenue
Enfield, CT 06082
(860) 745-6135
Grades: K-8
| 117 students
570 Brewer Street
East Hartford, CT 06118
(860) 568-1400
Grades: PK-8
| 189 students
2 Northwestern Dr
Bloomfield, CT 06002
(860) 696-0013
Grades: 8-12
| 25 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private elementary schools in Hartford County, CT?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Hartford County, CT include Kingswood Oxford School, Watkinson School, and St. James School.
How many private elementary schools are located in Hartford County?
63 private elementary schools are located in Hartford County.
How much do private elementary schools cost in Hartford County?
The average tuition cost is $21,643, which is lower than the Connecticut private school average tuition cost of $25,272.
How diverse are private elementary schools in Hartford County?
Hartford County private elementary schools are approximately 33% minority students, which is higher than the Connecticut private school average of 30%.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Hartford County?
55% of private elementary schools in Hartford County are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Which private elementary schools in Hartford County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private elementary schools in Hartford County include: St. Bridget School vs. St. James School, St. Joseph School vs. St. Matthew School, St. Matthew School vs. St. Joseph School

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