For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,493 students in 06479, CT.
The top-ranked public schools in 06479, CT are William M. Strong Elementary School, Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School and South End Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06479 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06479, CT have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06479, CT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
William M. Strong Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
820 Marion Ave.
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3314
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3314
Gr: PK-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
70 Church Street
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3450
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3450
Gr: K-5 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
South End Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10 Maxwell-noble Drive
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3320
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3320
Gr: K-5 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
John F. Kennedy Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1071 South Main St.
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3275
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3275
Gr: 6-8 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: n/an/a
820 Marion Ave
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3314
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3314
Gr: PK | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
06479, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ease (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
1071 South Main St.
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3275
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3275
Gr: 6-8 | 12 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06479, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06479, CT include William M. Strong Elementary School, Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School and South End Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 06479?
5 public schools are located in 06479.
What is the racial composition of students in 06479?
06479 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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