For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,768 students in 06851, CT (there are 2 private schools, serving 560 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 06851, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 06851, CT are Wolfpit Integrated Arts Elementary School, P-tech Norwalk and Cranbury Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06851 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06851, CT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06851, CT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wolfpit Integrated Arts Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Starlight Drive
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 899-2980
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 899-2980
Gr: PK-5 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #22.
P-tech Norwalk
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
23 Calvin Murphy Drive
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 838-4481
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 838-4481
Gr: 9-12 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Cranbury Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10 Knowalot Lane
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 846-3600
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 846-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Naramake Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
16 King Street
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 899-2900
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 899-2900
Gr: PK-5 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #55.
Nathan Hale Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
176 Strawberry Hill Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 899-2910
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 899-2910
Gr: 6-8 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #66.
West Rocks Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
81 West Rocks Road
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 899-2970
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 899-2970
Gr: 6-8 | 657 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #77.
Tracey Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
20 Camp Street
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 899-2960
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 899-2960
Gr: PK-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #88.
Norwalk High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
23 Calvin Murphy Drive
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 838-4481
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 838-4481
Gr: 9-12 | 1,494 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: n/an/a
11 Allen Road
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 945-0320
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 945-0320
Gr: PK | 187 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
06851, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
350 Main Street
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 899-2820
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 899-2820
Gr: 9-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06851, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06851, CT include Wolfpit Integrated Arts Elementary School, P-tech Norwalk and Cranbury Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 06851?
9 public schools are located in 06851.
What percentage of students in 06851 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 06851 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06851?
06851 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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