2,150
Preschools
1,342
Elementary Schools
700
Middle Schools
527
High Schools
1,286
Public District Schools
2,021
Private Schools
3,333
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 GreatSchools 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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New Haven School District
19,827 students | NEW HAVEN, CT
Grades PK, K-12 | 50 schools -
Bridgeport School District
19,276 students | BRIDGEPORT, CT
Grades PK, K-12 | 40 schools -
Waterbury School District
18,374 students | WATERBURY, CT
Grades PK, K-12 | 43 schools -
Hartford School District
17,054 students | HARTFORD, CT
Grades PK, K-12 | 69 schools -
Stamford School District
16,157 students | STAMFORD, CT
Grades PK, K-12 | 24 schools
Reviews From Schools in Connecticut
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Parent / Guardian
May 05, 2024
Rhonda Bielik and Carol Sloman have no business working in the field of education, especially in a Montessori setting as they appear to have no concept of the underlying theory that true Montessori... More
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Willow Tree Montessori
Parent / Guardian
May 04, 2024
Our children are at Davenport Elementary, and we are very satisfied with the school. There is proactive involvement from the teachers and the principal allowing our children to excel. They also... More
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Davenport Ridge School
Parent / Guardian
May 04, 2024
CTMS is amazing. I’ve never worried about my children while they’re under their care and guidance. As a parent, I have trusted this school with my children for many years and have seen the recent... More
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The Children's Tree Montessori