Best 06053 Connecticut Public Preschools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 438 students in 06053, CT.
The top-ranked public preschool in 06053, CT is Gaffney Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 06053 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Connecticut public pre school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 06053, CT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public preschool average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Best 06053, CT Public Preschools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gaffney Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
322 Slater Rd.
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 225-6247
Gr: PK-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 06053 Connecticut

06053, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
2150 Stanley St
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 827-2234
Gr: K-5 | 10 students Minority enrollment: 70%
Nye Rd
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 827-2204
322 Slater Rd
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 827-2234
Gr: K-5 | 43 students Minority enrollment: 77%
204 Merigold Dr
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 827-4577
Gr: 1-11 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
2150 Stanley St
New Britain, CT 06053
(860) 827-2234
Gr: 4-5 | 7 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 06053, CT?
The top-ranked public preschools in 06053, CT include Gaffney Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 06053?
1 public preschools are located in 06053.
What is the racial composition of students in 06053?
06053 public preschools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public preschools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

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