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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