For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,961 students in 06401, CT (there are 2 private schools, serving 241 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 06401, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 06401, CT are Ansonia High School, Emmett O'brien Technical High School and Mead School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06401 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06401, CT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06401, CT Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ansonia High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
20 Pulaski Hwy.
Ansonia, CT 06401
(203) 736-5060
Ansonia, CT 06401
(203) 736-5060
Gr: 9-12 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Emmett O'brien Technical High School
Vocational School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
141 Prindle Ave.
Ansonia, CT 06401
(203) 732-1800
Ansonia, CT 06401
(203) 732-1800
Gr: 9-12 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Mead School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
75 Ford St.
Ansonia, CT 06401
(203) 736-5090
Ansonia, CT 06401
(203) 736-5090
Gr: PK-5 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Prendergast School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
59 Finney St.
Ansonia, CT 06401
(203) 736-5080
Ansonia, CT 06401
(203) 736-5080
Gr: PK-5 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #55.
Ansonia Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
115 Howard Ave.
Ansonia, CT 06401
(203) 736-5070
Ansonia, CT 06401
(203) 736-5070
Gr: 6-8 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
06401, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P.a.c.e. (Positive And Creative Education) High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
20 Pulaski Highway
Ansonia, CT 06401
(203) 736-5060
Ansonia, CT 06401
(203) 736-5060
Gr: 9-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06401, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06401, CT include Ansonia High School, Emmett O'brien Technical High School and Mead School.
How many public schools are located in 06401?
5 public schools are located in 06401.
What percentage of students in 06401 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 06401 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06401?
06401 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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