For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 797 students in 06524, CT (there are 1 private school, serving 43 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 06524, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 06524, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 06524 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 06524, CT have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06524, CT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Amity Middle School Bethany
(Math: 71% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
190 Luke Hill Rd.
Bethany, CT 06524
(203) 393-3102
Bethany, CT 06524
(203) 393-3102
Gr: 7-8 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Bethany Community School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
44 Peck Road
Bethany, CT 06524
(203) 393-3350
Bethany, CT 06524
(203) 393-3350
Gr: PK-6 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06524, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06524, CT include Amity Middle School Bethany and Bethany Community School.
How many public schools are located in 06524?
2 public schools are located in 06524.
What percentage of students in 06524 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 06524 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06524?
06524 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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