Best Bethany Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 803 students in Bethany, CT (there are 1 private school, serving 43 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Bethany, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Bethany, CT are Amity Middle School Bethany and Bethany Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bethany, CT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Bethany have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Bethany, CT (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Amity Middle School Bethany
(Math: 71% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
190 Luke Hill Rd.
Bethany, CT 06524
(203) 393-3102
Gr: 7-8 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Bethany Community School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
44 Peck Road
Bethany, CT 06524
(203) 393-3350
Gr: PK-6 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Bethany, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in Bethany, CT include Amity Middle School Bethany and Bethany Community School.
How many public schools are located in Bethany?
2 public schools are located in Bethany.
What percentage of students in Bethany go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Bethany are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bethany?
Bethany public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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