For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,364 students in 06443, CT (there are 4 private schools, serving 448 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 06443, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 06443, CT are J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School, Dr. Robert H. Brown Intermediate School and Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06443 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06443, CT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06443, CT Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
331 Copse Rd.
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-6460
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-6460
Gr: K-3 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Dr. Robert H. Brown Intermediate School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
980 Durham Rd.
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-6400
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-6400
Gr: 4-5 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
982 Durham Rd.
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-6440
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-6440
Gr: K-3 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Daniel Hand High School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
286 Green Hill Rd.
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-6350
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-6350
Gr: 9-12 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #55.
Walter C. Polson Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
302 Green Hill Rd.
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-6480
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-6480
Gr: 6-8 | 537 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
06443, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4 School St.
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-6430
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-6430
Gr: 1-4 | 374 students Minority enrollment: 3%
20 Island Ave.
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-6450
Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-6450
Gr: K-4 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 06443, CT?
The top ranked public schools in 06443, CT include J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School, Dr. Robert H. Brown Intermediate School and Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 06443?
5 public schools are located in 06443.
What percentage of students in 06443 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 06443 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06443?
06443 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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