For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 707 students in 06480, CT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 06480, CT are Gildersleeve School and Brownstone Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06480 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06480, CT have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06480, CT Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gildersleeve School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
565 Main St.
Portland, CT 06480
(860) 342-0411
Portland, CT 06480
(860) 342-0411
Grades: 2-4
| 269 students
Rank: #22.
Brownstone Intermediate School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
314 Main St.
Portland, CT 06480
(860) 342-6765
Portland, CT 06480
(860) 342-6765
Grades: 5-6
| 210 students
Rank: n/an/a
81 High St.
Portland, CT 06480
(860) 342-3131
Portland, CT 06480
(860) 342-3131
Grades: PK-1
| 228 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 06480, CT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 06480, CT include Gildersleeve School and Brownstone Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06480?
3 public elementary schools are located in 06480.
What is the racial composition of students in 06480?
06480 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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