Best 06417 Connecticut Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 901 students in 06417, CT (there are 1 private school, serving 39 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 06417, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 06417, CT are Deep River Elementary School, Valley Regional High School and John Winthrop Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06417 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06417, CT have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

Best 06417, CT Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Deep River Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
12 River St.
Deep River, CT 06417
(860) 526-5319
Gr: PK-6 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Valley Regional High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
256 Kelsey Hill Rd.
Deep River, CT 06417
(860) 526-5328
Gr: 9-12 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
John Winthrop Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1 Winthrop Road
Deep River, CT 06417
(860) 526-9546
Gr: 6-8 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 06417 Connecticut

06417, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1 Winthrop Rd.
Deep River, CT 06417
(860) 526-2417
Gr: 12 | 5 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 06417, CT?
The top ranked public schools in 06417, CT include Deep River Elementary School, Valley Regional High School and John Winthrop Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 06417?
3 public schools are located in 06417.
What percentage of students in 06417 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 06417 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06417?
06417 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

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