2,155
Preschools
1,347
Elementary Schools
709
Middle Schools
535
High Schools
1,306
Public District Schools
2,016
Private Schools
3,348
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Connecticut based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about °ÅÀÖÊÓÆµ ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Connecticut at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Connecticut offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Connecticut
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Bridgeport School District
19,337 students | BRIDGEPORT, CT
Grades PK, K-12 | 40 schools -
New Haven School District
19,150 students | NEW HAVEN, CT
Grades PK, K-12 | 50 schools -
Waterbury School District
18,701 students | WATERBURY, CT
Grades PK, K-12 | 44 schools -
Hartford School District
16,774 students | HARTFORD, CT
Grades PK, K-12 | 70 schools -
Stamford School District
16,158 students | STAMFORD, CT
Grades PK, K-12 | 24 schools
Reviews From Schools in Connecticut
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Current student
June 13, 2025
I used to go to this school. I honestly hated 5th grade, because the para educator yelled at the class all the time. Do I recommend this school? No.a
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Jared Eliot School
Parent / Guardian
June 13, 2025
The school is terrible and the school is horrible never send you’re kid here
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Bristow Middle School
Parent / Guardian
June 12, 2025
I'm extremely disappointed with my interaction and experience with this school's administrative team. After being accepted, my child was not considered for enrollment because of his needs and I wasn't... More
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Six to Six Interdistrict Magnet School