For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,581 students in 06470, CT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 06470, CT are Head O'meadow Elementary School, Hawley Elementary School and Middle Gate Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06470 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06470, CT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06470, CT Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Head O'meadow Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
94 Boggs Hill Rd.
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-7670
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-7670
Grades: K-4
| 313 students
Rank: #22.
Hawley Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
29 Church Hill Rd.
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-7666
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-7666
Grades: K-4
| 301 students
Rank: #33.
Middle Gate Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7 Cold Spring Rd.
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-7662
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-7662
Grades: K-4
| 389 students
Rank: #44.
Reed Intermediate School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3 Trades Lane
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 270-4880
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 270-4880
Grades: 5-6
| 578 students
06470, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Garner Correctional Institution Elementary School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
50 Nunnawauk Road
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 270-2897
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 270-2897
Grades: 11-12
| 4 students
3 Trades Ln
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-7683
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-7683
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Starr High School (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
3 Trades Lane
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-7646
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-7646
Grades: 12
| 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 06470, CT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 06470, CT include Head O'meadow Elementary School, Hawley Elementary School and Middle Gate Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06470, CT?
4 public elementary schools are located in 06470, CT.
What is the racial composition of students in 06470, CT?
06470, CT public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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