For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 852 students in 06896, CT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06896, CT are 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 elementary schools in zipcode 06896 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06896, CT have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06896, CT Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Redding Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
33 Lonetown Rd.
Redding, CT 06896
(203) 938-2519
Redding, CT 06896
(203) 938-2519
Gr: PK-4 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
John Read Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
486 Redding Road
Redding, CT 06896
(203) 938-2533
Redding, CT 06896
(203) 938-2533
Gr: 5-8 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 06896, CT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06896, CT include Redding Elementary School and John Read Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06896?
2 public elementary schools are located in 06896.
What is the racial composition of students in 06896?
06896 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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