Best Preston Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 444 students in Preston, CT.
The top-ranked public schools in Preston, CT are Preston Veterans' Memorial School and Preston Plains School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Preston, CT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Preston have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Preston, CT (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Preston Veterans' Memorial School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
325 Shetucket Tpke.
Preston, CT 06365
(860) 887-3113
Gr: PK-5 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Preston Plains School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1 Route 164
Preston, CT 06365
(860) 889-3831
Gr: 6-8 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
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Preston, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
325 Shetucket Turnpike
Preston, CT 06365
(860) 887-6136
Gr: 3-5 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Preston, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in Preston, CT include Preston Veterans' Memorial School and Preston Plains School.
How many public schools are located in Preston?
2 public schools are located in Preston.
What is the racial composition of students in Preston?
Preston public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

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