For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 508 students in Canterbury, CT.
The top-ranked public schools in Canterbury, CT are Dr. Helen Baldwin Middle School and Canterbury Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Canterbury, CT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Canterbury have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Canterbury, CT (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dr. Helen Baldwin Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
45 Westminster Rd.
Canterbury, CT 06331
(860) 546-9421
Canterbury, CT 06331
(860) 546-9421
Gr: 5-8 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Canterbury Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
67 Kitt Rd.
Canterbury, CT 06331
(860) 546-6744
Canterbury, CT 06331
(860) 546-6744
Gr: PK-4 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Canterbury, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in Canterbury, CT include Dr. Helen Baldwin Middle School and Canterbury Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Canterbury?
2 public schools are located in Canterbury.
What is the racial composition of students in Canterbury?
Canterbury public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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