For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,779 students in 06053, CT (there are 1 private school, serving 111 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 06053, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 06053, CT are Academy Of Science And Innovation, Holmes Elementary School and Gaffney Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06053 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06053, CT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06053, CT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Academy Of Science And Innovation
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
600 Slater Road
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 223-0726
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 223-0726
Gr: 6-12 | 767 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Holmes Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2150 Stanley St.
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 223-8294
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 223-8294
Gr: K-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Gaffney Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
322 Slater Rd.
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 225-6247
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 225-6247
Gr: PK-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
E. C. Goodwin Technical High School
Vocational School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
735 Slater Rd.
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 827-7736
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 827-7736
Gr: 9-12 | 690 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #55.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
140 Horse Plain Rd.
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 223-8007
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 223-8007
Gr: K-5 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #66.
Diloreto Elementary & Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
732 Slater Rd.
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 223-2885
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 223-2885
Gr: K-8 | 819 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #77.
Chamberlain Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
221 Farmington Ave.
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 832-5691
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 832-5691
Gr: K-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #88.
Pulaski Middle School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
757 Farmington Ave.
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 225-7665
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 225-7665
Gr: 6-8 | 839 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06053, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06053, CT include Academy Of Science And Innovation, Holmes Elementary School and Gaffney Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 06053?
8 public schools are located in 06053.
What percentage of students in 06053 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 06053 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06053?
06053 public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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