For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,611 students in Orange, CT (there are 4 private schools, serving 284 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Orange, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Orange, CT are Turkey Hill School, Race Brook School and Peck Place School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Orange, CT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Orange have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Orange, CT (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Turkey Hill School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
441 Turkey Hill Rd.
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8040
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8040
Grades: 1-6
| 317 students
Rank: #22.
Race Brook School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
107 Grannis Rd.
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8030
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8030
Grades: 1-6
| 381 students
Rank: #33.
Peck Place School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 Peck Ln.
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8034
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8034
Grades: 1-6
| 346 students
Rank: #44.
Amity Middle School: Orange
(Math: 58% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Ohman Ave.
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 392-3200
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 392-3200
Grades: 7-8
| 355 students
Rank: n/an/a
650 School House Lane
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8028
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8028
Grades: PK-K
| 212 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Orange, CT?
The top ranked public schools in Orange, CT include Turkey Hill School, Race Brook School and Peck Place School.
How many public schools are located in Orange, CT?
5 public schools are located in Orange, CT.
What percentage of students in Orange, CT go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Orange, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Orange, CT?
Orange, CT public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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