For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 477 students in Canterbury, CT.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in Canterbury have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Canterbury, CT (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: 5-8
| 198 students
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
Grades: PK-4
| 279 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Canterbury, CT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Canterbury, CT include Dr. Helen Baldwin Middle School and Canterbury Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Canterbury?
2 public elementary schools are located in Canterbury.
What is the racial composition of students in Canterbury?
Canterbury public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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