For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 207 students in Chester, CT (there are 1 private school, serving 26 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in Chester, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public school in Chester, CT is Chester Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chester, CT public school have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Chester have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Chester, CT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chester Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
23 Ridge Rd.
Chester, CT 06412
(860) 526-5797
Chester, CT 06412
(860) 526-5797
Gr: PK-6 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Chester, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in Chester, CT include Chester Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Chester?
1 public schools are located in Chester.
What percentage of students in Chester go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in Chester are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Chester?
Chester public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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