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2024 Best High Schools in Litchfield County

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  1. #1 Best Private High Schools in Litchfield County.

    The Hotchkiss School

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    Private School,

    LAKEVILLE, CT,

    9-12,

    95 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.

    Featured Review: Junior says I wanted more from high school than a 9am to 3pm lifestyle. I am sure that I would do well at my home high school, but would there be a community where I would feel support? The Hotchkiss School...I learned how to organize my days with help from Hotchkiss' "The Learning Center." While each day is very busy and even demanding, I have free time to meet up with friends. My teachers are...I encourage prospect students that Hotchkiss is a great place to live and learn because of the great experiences I have had..

    Read 95 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 599,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 4 to 1,

  2. #3 Best Private High Schools in Litchfield County.

    Kent School

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    Private School,

    KENT, CT,

    9-12,

    135 Niche users give it an average review of 4.4 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says Kent School has given our daughter a first-rate education and friends for life. Its Episcopalian roots give the school a sense of purpose and moral clarity yet the administration is also responsive....

    Read 135 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 520,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 6 to 1,

  3. #7 Best Private High Schools in Litchfield County.

    South Kent School

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    Private School,

    SOUTH KENT, CT,

    9-12,

    46 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says As a parent, choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. South Kent School is a phenomenal choice and exceeding our expectations in every way....South Kent's focus on character development, directness of purpose, integrity, respect, and compassion transforms young men. The athletic programs and extracurricular activities are outstanding,...The beautiful campus and state-of-the-art facilities enhance the learning experience. South Kent's commitment to sustainability teaches students the importance of environmental stewardship and....

    Read 46 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A+,

    Students: 170,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 11 to 1,

  4. #9 Best Private High Schools in Litchfield County.

    Forman School

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    Private School,

    LITCHFIELD, CT,

    9-12,

    45 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says Our daughter is finishing up her Freshman year and Forman has saved her life. This is a school that is reaching those kids who are falling through the cracks of the public school system on a stunning....

    Read 45 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A,

    Students: 212,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 3 to 1,

  5. #10 Best Private High Schools in Litchfield County.

    The Woodhall School

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    Private School,

    BETHLEHEM, CT,

    9-12,

    18 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.

    Featured Review: Parent says Our son transferred to Woodhall from a local day school where he was failing academically and struggling socially. During his time at Woodhall he was MVP on his sports team, maintained a 3.8 GPA and....

    Read 18 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

    Students: 45,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 3 to 1,

  6. #1 Best Public High Schools in Litchfield County.

    Shepaug Valley School

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    Regional School District No. 12, CT,

    6-12,

    27 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.

    Featured Review: Junior says Shepaug Valley High School is a middle and high school filled with amazing people and staff. I have been enrolled in Shepaug since sixth grade and it is a wonderful place to be. My teachers are all....

    Read 27 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

    Students: 494,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 10 to 1,

  7. #4 Best Public High Schools in Litchfield County.

    Housatonic Valley Regional High School

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    Public School,

    FALLS VILLAGE, CT,

    9-12,

    101 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.

    Featured Review: Sophomore says My high school has been a great place for me. The teachers and staff are super supportive, always there to help. There are lots of fun activities outside of regular classes that help us learn new...But, the food in the cafeteria isn't that great. Even though that's a downside, everything else about the school, like the helpful teachers, the cool activities, and the good facilities, makes my....

    Read 101 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B+,

    Students: 319,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 8 to 1,

  8. #12 Best Private High Schools in Litchfield County.

    Torrington Christian Academy

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    Private School,

    TORRINGTON, CT,

    PK, K-12,

    51 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Middle school student says Our children have been attending Torrington Christian Academy for over four years and are now in the middle school. So far, their experience overall has been very positive. My students enjoy their....

    Read 51 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B,

    Students: 215,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,

  9. #8 Best Public High Schools in Litchfield County.

    Wamogo Regional High School

    Blue checkmark.

    Regional School District No. 6, CT,

    9-12,

    105 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says I think Wamogo is a great school. I do decently well in my academics. I am a part of the agriscience program and also an active member of the FFA. The Ag program brings me on a lot of fun trips, for...The only thing I think should change in wamogo is college help. I've done most college prep on my own. I also know other schools have the ability to form a personal essay in English, but we don't do....

    Read 105 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B,

    Students: 371,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 9 to 1,

  10. Torrington High School

    Torrington School District, CT,

    9-12,

    175 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says My experience at Torrington High School has definitely had its ups and downs. I can proudly say that this school does offer many opportunities through clubs, and other events in the school, but there....

    Read 175 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B minus,

    Students: 1,010,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 11 to 1,

  11. Watertown High School

    Watertown School District, CT,

    9-12,

    222 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.

    Featured Review: Alum says My experience at Watertown High School was overall enjoyable and prepared me well for college, more than I expected. The best parts of Watertown was some of the teachers, who believed in and....

    Read 222 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: B minus,

    Students: 735,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 11 to 1,

  12. Terryville High School

    Blue checkmark.

    Plymouth School District, CT,

    9-12,

    72 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.

    Featured Review: Senior says I am only attending this school for the last year of my high school career; however, I have known students here for many years. The culture and energy of this school is comforting to have during my....

    Read 72 reviews.

    Overall Niche Grade: C+,

    Students: 367,

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 10 to 1,

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