Top 10 Best 06450 Connecticut Public Elementary Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 5,656 students in 06450, CT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 06450, CT are Thomas Hooker School, Benjamin Franklin School and Hanover School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06450 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06450, CT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 06450, CT Public Elementary Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thomas Hooker School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
70 Overlook Rd.
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 237-8839
Grades: K-5
| 341 students
Rank: #22.
Benjamin Franklin School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
426 West Main St.
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 235-7997
Grades: PK-5
| 351 students
Rank: #33.
Hanover School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
208 Main St.
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 235-6359
Grades: PK-5
| 435 students
Rank: #44.
Nathan Hale School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
277 Atkins St. Ext.
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 237-7486
Grades: PK-5
| 530 students
Rank: #55.
Israel Putnam School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
133 Parker Ave.
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 237-8493
Grades: K-5
| 500 students
Rank: #66.
Washington Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1225 North Broad St.
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 235-6606
Grades: 6-8
| 718 students
Rank: #77.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
164 Centennial Ave.
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 238-2381
Grades: 6-8
| 724 students
Rank: #88.
Roger Sherman School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
64 North Pearl St.
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 238-1286
Grades: K-5
| 486 students
Rank: #99.
John Barry School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
124 Columbia St.
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 237-8831
Grades: PK-5
| 470 students
Rank: #1010.
Casimir Pulaski School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
100 Clearview Ave.
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 238-1273
Grades: PK-5
| 599 students
Rank: n/an/a
Edison Middle School
1355 North Broad Street
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 379-2590
Grades: 6-8
| 502 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 06450 Connecticut

06450, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Homebound (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
22 Liberty Street
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 630-4171
Grades: 1-12
| 20 students
1225 North Broad Street
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 630-4122
Grades: 6-8
| 20 students
883 Paddock Avenue
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 630-7850
Grades: 9-12
| 40 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 06450, CT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 06450, CT include Thomas Hooker School, Benjamin Franklin School and Hanover School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06450, CT?
11 public elementary schools are located in 06450, CT.
What is the racial composition of students in 06450, CT?
06450, CT public elementary schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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