2024 Best Schools in Litchfield County

#1 Best Private High Schools in Litchfield County.

The Hotchkiss School

Blue checkmark.

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 Best Private High Schools in Litchfield County.

The Taft School

Blue checkmark.

Private School,

WATERTOWN, CT,

9-12,

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

Featured Review: Senior says The Taft school to me has been an extremely rewarding experience. It shocks me to see the comparatively low rating it consistently receives here on niche. It has set me up for a rewarding experience....

Read 81 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A+,

Students: 580,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 4 to 1,

#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,

#4 Best Private High Schools in Litchfield County.

The Frederick Gunn School

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Private School,

WASHINGTON, CT,

9-12,

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

Featured Review: Sophomore says I would consider the Frederick Gunn School to be my second home. Here, I am in a nurturing environment surrounded by what I would like to believe, are my lifelong friends. The teachers are inspiring....

Read 164 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A+,

Students: 325,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 5 to 1,

#5 Best Private High Schools in Litchfield County.

Salisbury School

Blue checkmark.

Private School,

SALISBURY, CT,

9-12,

83 Niche users give it an average review of 4.7 stars.

Featured Review: Works Here says From top to bottom and everywhere in between, the experience of Salisbury students is unparalleled. It is a place for growth in every aspect of a student's life. I am so proud to be a part of the....

Read 83 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A+,

Students: 310,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 4 to 1,

#6 Best Private High Schools in Litchfield County.

Canterbury School

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Private School,

NEW MILFORD, CT,

9-12,

63 Niche users give it an average review of 4.7 stars.

Featured Review: Parent says One of the best decisions that our family has made for our son. Our son was looking for a school that would continue to challenge him both academically and athletically, and our family was looking....

Read 63 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A+,

Students: 325,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 5 to 1,

#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,

#8 Best Private High Schools in Litchfield County.

Marvelwood School

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Private School,

KENT, CT,

9-12,

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

Featured Review: Senior says Marvelwood is a great place that offers support to all students. There are sports offered all year for students to participate. Students have the opportunity to participate in clubs, interest....

Read 38 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 120,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 3 to 1,

#1 Best Public Elementary Schools in Litchfield County.

Colebrook Consolidated School

Public School,

COLEBROOK, CT,

K-6,

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 72,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 8 to 1,

#2 Best Public Elementary Schools in Litchfield County.

Kent Center School

Public School,

KENT, CT,

PK, K-8,

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 194,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,

#3 Best Public Elementary Schools in Litchfield County.

Washington Primary School

Blue checkmark.

Regional School District No. 12, CT,

PK, K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 162,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 11 to 1,

#4 Best Public Elementary Schools in Litchfield County.

The Burnham School

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Regional School District No. 12, CT,

K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 72,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 10 to 1,

#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 Best Public Elementary Schools in Litchfield County.

Booth Free School

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Regional School District No. 12, CT,

K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 73,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 8 to 1,

#6 Best Public Elementary Schools in Litchfield County.

Salisbury Central School

Public School,

LAKEVILLE, CT,

PK, K-8,

4 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

Featured Review: Sophomore says This school is above and beyond amazing the teachers are so kind, the lunch is very good, the academics are easy (for me at least they were) you can ask for harder work, the resource room with....

Read 4 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 296,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 9 to 1,

#7 Best Public Elementary Schools in Litchfield County.

Lee H. Kellogg School

Public School,

FALLS VILLAGE, CT,

K-8,

4 Niche users give it an average review of 4.3 stars.

Featured Review: Parent says I love this school because it gets the kids OUT of the classroom frequently. They'll study technology and velocity at a local ski slope, or learn about tapping maple syrup at a nearby agricultural....

Read 4 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A,

Students: 72,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 7 to 1,

#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,

#1 Best Public High Schools in Litchfield County.

Shepaug Valley School

Blue checkmark.

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,

#8 Best Public Elementary Schools in Litchfield County.

Goshen Center School

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Regional School District No. 6, CT,

PK, K-5,

1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.

Featured Review: Parent says Great small town school with heavy parent involvement. Everyone know each other, academic support is given to kids who struggle. Great teaching staff and welcoming school..

Read 1 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

Students: 137,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 9 to 1,

#2 Best Public High Schools in Litchfield County.

Northwestern Regional High School

Northwestern Regional School District No. 7, CT,

9-12,

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

Featured Review: Senior says Northwestern Regional High School was an amazing place to learn. I loved every second I spent there, and when I graduate at the end of this year, I will miss it greatly. From the school culture, to....

Read 131 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

Students: 564,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 10 to 1,

#11 Best Private High Schools in Litchfield County.

The Gilbert School

Blue checkmark.

Private School,

WINSTED, CT,

7-12,

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

Featured Review: Freshman says I'm a student at the Gilbert school and I participate in a lot of activities like wingman, cheerleading, color guard and student counsel. I'm also a Student Ambassador which is a group of students....

Read 108 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

Students: 421,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 8 to 1,

#3 Best Public High Schools in Litchfield County.

Litchfield High School

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Litchfield Public Schools, CT,

9-12,

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

Featured Review: Junior says Standard High School. Not anything of interest has basic science, math, art, ect classes. The teachers here are great, the majority of them really enjoy their job. The classes are easy. You should....

Read 81 reviews.

Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

Students: 234,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 8 to 1,

#9 Best Public Elementary Schools in Litchfield County.

Harwinton Consolidated School

Regional School District No. 10, CT,

PK, K-4,

Overall Niche Grade: A minus,

Students: 386,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12 to 1,

#10 Best Public Elementary Schools in Litchfield County.

Litchfield Intermediate School

Blue checkmark.

Litchfield Public Schools, CT,

4-6,

Overall Niche Grade: B+,

Students: 189,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 11 to 1,

#11 Best Public Elementary Schools in Litchfield County.

Warren Elementary School

Blue checkmark.

Regional School District No. 6, CT,

PK, K-5,

Overall Niche Grade: B+,

Students: 46,

Student-Teacher Ratio: 8 to 1,