For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,602 students in 06460, CT.
The top-ranked public preschools in 06460, CT are Pumpkin Delight School, Orchard Hills School and J. F. Kennedy School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 06460 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Connecticut public pre school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 06460, CT have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public preschool average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06460, CT Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pumpkin Delight School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
27 Art St.
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 783-3531
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 783-3531
Gr: PK-5 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Orchard Hills School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
185 Marino Dr.
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 783-3566
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 783-3566
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
J. F. Kennedy School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
404 West Ave.
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 783-3568
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 783-3568
Gr: PK-5 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Live Oaks School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
575 Merwin Ave.
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 783-3564
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 783-3564
Gr: PK-5 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Orange Avenue School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
260 Orange Ave.
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 783-3537
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 783-3537
Gr: PK-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
06460, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Academy Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
140 Gulf Street
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 783-3652
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 783-3652
Gr: 9-12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Alternate Education Program High School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
40 Quirk Road
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 783-3652
Milford, CT 06460
(203) 783-3652
Gr: 9-12 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 06460, CT?
The top-ranked public preschools in 06460, CT include Pumpkin Delight School, Orchard Hills School and J. F. Kennedy School.
How many public preschools are located in 06460?
5 public preschools are located in 06460.
What is the racial composition of students in 06460?
06460 public preschools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public preschools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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