Best 06896 Connecticut Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,601 students in 06896, CT.
The top-ranked public schools in 06896, CT are Joel Barlow High School, Redding Elementary School and John Read Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06896 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06896, CT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

Best 06896, CT Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joel Barlow High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
100 Black Rock Tpke.
Redding, CT 06896
(203) 938-2508
Gr: 9-12 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Redding Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
33 Lonetown Rd.
Redding, CT 06896
(203) 938-2519
Gr: PK-4 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
John Read Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
486 Redding Road
Redding, CT 06896
(203) 938-2533
Gr: 5-8 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 06896, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06896, CT include Joel Barlow High School, Redding Elementary School and John Read Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 06896?
3 public schools are located in 06896.
What is the racial composition of students in 06896?
06896 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

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