For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,512 students in 06825, CT (there are 4 private schools, serving 903 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 06825, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 06825, CT are North Stratfield School, Stratfield School and Fairfield Warde High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06825 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06825, CT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06825, CT Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Stratfield School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
190 Putting Green Rd.
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 255-8322
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 255-8322
Gr: K-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Stratfield School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1407 Melville Ave.
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 255-8332
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 255-8332
Gr: PK-5 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Fairfield Warde High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
755 Melville Ave.
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 255-8449
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 255-8449
Gr: 9-12 | 1,308 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Mckinley School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
60 Thompson St.
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 255-8318
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 255-8318
Gr: K-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
06825, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
755 Melville Ave.
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 255-8310
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 255-8310
Gr: PK | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06825, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06825, CT include North Stratfield School, Stratfield School and Fairfield Warde High School.
How many public schools are located in 06825?
4 public schools are located in 06825.
What percentage of students in 06825 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 06825 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06825?
06825 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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