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Assumption Catholic School

Diocesan school · Grades Pre-K–8

Fairfield, CT

605 Stratfield Rd, Fairfield, CT 06825

Overall grade: A+

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  • A-Class size
  • B+Years serving families
  • A+Diversity

What stands out

  • Smaller classes than 64% of Catholic schools in Connecticut

In Fairfield, Connecticut, Assumption Catholic School is a Catholic diocesan school for students from pre-K through 8th grade. About 142 students attend, with roughly 12 students per teacher, smaller classes than 64% of Catholic elementary schools in Connecticut. The school is part of the Diocese of Bridgeport. The school day runs about 6.5 hours, 180 days a year.

At a glance

Grades
Grades Pre-K–8
Students
142
Teachers
12.3 (full-time equivalent)
Students per teacher
11.5
Boys and girls
Coed · 70 girls, 72 boys
Religious affiliation
Catholic · Diocesan school
School day
About 6.5 hours
School year
180 days

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    How it compares

    • Smaller classes than 64% of Catholic elementary schools in Connecticut (12 students per teacher).
    • A smaller school: fewer students than 72% of Catholic elementary schools in Connecticut.
    • Compared with 50 Catholic elementary schools in Connecticut.

    Students by survey year

    153’11–12162’13–14138’15–16142’23–24

    Total students reported in official records since 2011–12.

    Students by grade

    Pre-K27
    K20
    115
    216
    322
    422
    514
    613
    713
    87

    Student body

    Hispanic or Latino43%
    Black27%
    White18%
    Two or more races7%
    Asian5%

    Member of

    • National Catholic Educational Association

    Questions to ask on a tour

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    • How big are classes in my child's grade?
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    • Is the school accredited, and by whom?
    • What do a typical day and a typical week look like?
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    Questions about Assumption Catholic School

    What grades does Assumption Catholic School serve?

    Assumption Catholic School serves grades Pre-K–8.

    How many students attend Assumption Catholic School?

    About 142 students, with 12 students per teacher, according to official records.

    How much is tuition at Assumption Catholic School?

    Call the school to ask about tuition, financial aid and payment plans.

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