Best Schools in Westport, CT: Public + Private Compared

The Westport School District is ranked #1 among all school districts in Connecticut by Niche.com, an online research and data tool that profiles and ranks tens of thousands of schools across the country. Although the district as a whole is the highest-performing district, some schools in Westport rank higher than others. Which public and private schools in Westport are the best of the best?

Top Ranking Public Schools in Westport, Connecticut

All Westport public schools use art instruction to enable students to develop higher-order thinking skills and creative problem-solving, practice self-discipline, and grow their ability to collaborate with others. What makes Westport schools unique is not only its academics, but its inclusion of art, with a virtual school art museum, theater program, and annual musical production. 

The schools also celebrate musical talents by offering chorus, band, and orchestra programs with nearly 100% music program enrollment by 5th grade and beginning general music programs in PreK and K. 

Greens Farms School

Niche grades Greens Farm School an A+ for its academics and teacher quality. It’s also the #3 best public elementary school of Connecticut’s 577 elementary schools, serving 410 students from K-5th grade. The student-to-teacher ratio of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1. 

Greens Farms School placed in the top 1% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores; with math proficiency in the top 5%, and reading proficiency in the top 5%.

Coleytown Elementary School

Niche graded Coleytown Elementary School with an A+ for its academics and teacher quality and is ranked #6 public elementary school in Connecticut of 577 schools. Coleytown Elementary serves 425 students from grade K through 5 with a student to teacher ratio of 12:1. 

Coleytown Elementary School placed in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores; with math proficiency in the top 5%, and reading proficiency in the top 5%.

KING'S HIGHWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

King’s Highway Elementary School was graded A+ by Niche for its academics and quality teachers. It ranks #9 in the best public elementary schools in Connecticut. The school serves 450 students from K through 5th grade and has a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. 

King's Highway Elementary School placed in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores; with math proficiency in the top 5%, and reading proficiency in the top 10%.

Long Lots School

Long Lots School received an A+ from Niche for its academics and teacher quality. It also ranks at #10 in the best public elementary schools in Connecticut, serving 550 students from grade K through grade 5 with a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. 

Long Lots School placed in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores; with math proficiency in the top 10%, and reading proficiency in the top 10%.

Saugatuck Elementary School

Niche gives Saugatuck Elementary School a score of A+ for its great academic program and the quality of teachers. It’s also been ranked the #11 best public elementary school in Connecticut. The school serves 400 students from grades K-5 with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11:1. 

Saugatuck Elementary School placed in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores; with math proficiency in the top 10%, and reading proficiency in the top 5%.

Bedford Middle School

Niche scores Bedford Middle School with an A+ for its academics and teacher quality. The school ranks #3 best public middle schools of Connecticut’s 289 schools and #4 in having the best public middle school teachers. The school serves 1,200 students in 6th through 8th grade with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16:1. 

Bedford Middle School placed in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores; with math proficiency in the top 5%, and reading proficiency in the top 10%.

Staples High School

Staples High School was given an A+ for excellent academics, teacher quality, college preparation, and clubs and activities. The high school serves 1,800 students from 9th through 12th grade and has a student-to-teacher ratio of 12:1. 

Staples High School placed in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores; with math proficiency in the top 10%, and reading proficiency in the top 1%. They also boast a graduation rate of 99%. 

Top Ranking Private Schools in Westport, Connecticut

There are fewer top-ranked private schools in Westport, Connecticut, than public schools. However, the advantage private schools have are a lower student-to-teacher ratios, a special focus on curricula outside of standard academics, and higher academically-achieving teachers. 

Greens Farms Academy

Niche graded Greens Farms Academy with an A+ for its academics, college prep, teacher, and clubs and activities. It’s also ranked #9 in best high schools for STEM in Connecticut with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8:1 and serves 700 students from K through 12th grade. 

The students participate in a service learning program and are mentored in courses like World Perspectives, STEAM, and Human Ecology and Sustainability. The waterfront campus has been home to the school since 1925. 

Pierrepont School

Pierrepont School has received an A+ from Niche for its academics, college prep, teachers, clubs and activities, and diversity. It’s #3 in all private schools in Connecticut, serving 150 students from K through 12th grade with a student-to-teacher ratio of only 3:1. 

Pierrepont has the highest percentage of teachers with advanced degrees. The low ratio allows for the academic programs to be individualized and demanding curriculum. 

Living Near Connecticut’s Best Schools

Westport is a luxurious waterfront town that’s split through the middle by the Saugatuck River, providing spectacular views and recreation. Families adore living in Westport for its beautiful homes, beach access, historic architecture, and serves as an excellent respite from working in the city. 

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