For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,312 students in 06051, CT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06051, CT are Smith Elementary School, Northend Elementary School and Smalley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06051 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06051, CT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06051, CT Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smith Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
142 Rutherford St.
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 223-1574
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 223-1574
Gr: K-5 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
Northend Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
160 Bassett St.
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 223-3819
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 223-3819
Gr: K-5 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
Smalley Elementary School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 6%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
175 West St.
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 225-8647
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 225-8647
Gr: K-5 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
06051, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alternative Center School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
505 South Main St.
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 224-6450
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 224-6450
Gr: 7-12 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
40 Goodwin St
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 826-1866
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 826-1866
Gr: 6-8 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
40 Goodwin St
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 827-2017
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 827-2017
Gr: PK | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
40 Goodwin Street
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 224-9557
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 224-9557
Gr: 6-8 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Sunrise Primary (Chamberlain) (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
120 Newington Ave
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 827-2234
New Britain, CT 06051
(860) 827-2234
Gr: K-4 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 06051, CT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06051, CT include Smith Elementary School, Northend Elementary School and Smalley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06051?
3 public elementary schools are located in 06051.
What is the racial composition of students in 06051?
06051 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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