For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,215 students in 06340, CT.
The top-ranked public preschools in 06340, CT are Thames River Magnet School, Charles Barnum Magnet School and Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 06340 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Connecticut public pre school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 06340, CT have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public preschool average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06340, CT Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thames River Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
250 Brandegee Avenue
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 980-8230
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 980-8230
Gr: PK-5 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #22.
Charles Barnum Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
68 Briar Hill Rd.
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 449-5640
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 449-5640
Gr: PK-5 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Poquonnock Rd.
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 449-5608
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 449-5608
Gr: PK-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
06340, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Avery Point Transition Program High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1084 Shennecossett Road
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 405-9017
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 405-9017
Gr: 12 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
1 Harry Day Drive
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 449-5636
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 449-5636
Gr: PK-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
120 West St.
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 449-5645
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 449-5645
Gr: PK-3 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
130 Shennecossett Rd.
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 449-5650
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 449-5650
Gr: PK-6 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
244 Monument St.
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 449-5646
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 449-5646
Gr: 3-6 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
New Beginnings Alternative Program High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
101 Groton Long Point Rd Fi
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 449-7200
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 449-7200
Gr: 9-12 | 22 students
42 Smith Ln.
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 572-5872
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 572-5872
Gr: PK-6 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
380 Pleasant Valley Rd. Sout
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 449-5600
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 449-5600
Gr: K-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
55 Seely School Drive
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 449-5660
Groton, CT 06340
(860) 449-5660
Gr: PK-5 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 06340, CT?
The top-ranked public preschools in 06340, CT include Thames River Magnet School, Charles Barnum Magnet School and Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School.
How many public preschools are located in 06340?
3 public preschools are located in 06340.
What is the racial composition of students in 06340?
06340 public preschools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public preschools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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