For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,380 students in 06029, CT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06029, CT are Windermere School, Crystal Lake School and Center School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06029 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06029, CT have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06029, CT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Windermere School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2 Abbott Rd.
Ellington, CT 06029
(860) 896-2329
Ellington, CT 06029
(860) 896-2329
Gr: PK-6 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Crystal Lake School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
59 South Road
Ellington, CT 06029
(860) 896-2322
Ellington, CT 06029
(860) 896-2322
Gr: PK-6 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Center School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
49 Main St.
Ellington, CT 06029
(860) 896-2315
Ellington, CT 06029
(860) 896-2315
Gr: K-6 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
06029, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2 Abbott Rd.
Ellington, CT 06029
(860) 896-2329
Ellington, CT 06029
(860) 896-2329
Gr: 5-6 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Windermere School Program For Alternative Learning K-4 (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2 Abbott Rd.
Ellington, CT 06029
(860) 896-2329
Ellington, CT 06029
(860) 896-2329
Gr: 2 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 06029, CT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06029, CT include Windermere School, Crystal Lake School and Center School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06029?
3 public elementary schools are located in 06029.
What is the racial composition of students in 06029?
06029 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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