For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,002 students in 06878, CT.
The top-ranked public schools in 06878, CT are Riverside School, North Mianus School and International School At Dundee. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06878 have an average math proficiency score of 84% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 51% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06878, CT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverside School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
90 Hendrie Ave.
Riverside, CT 06878
(203) 637-1440
Riverside, CT 06878
(203) 637-1440
Gr: K-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
North Mianus School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
309 Palmer Hill Rd.
Riverside, CT 06878
(203) 637-9730
Riverside, CT 06878
(203) 637-9730
Gr: K-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
International School At Dundee
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
55 Florence Rd.
Riverside, CT 06878
(203) 637-3800
Riverside, CT 06878
(203) 637-3800
Gr: K-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
Eastern Middle School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
51 Hendrie Ave.
Riverside, CT 06878
(203) 637-1744
Riverside, CT 06878
(203) 637-1744
Gr: 6-8 | 797 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
06878, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Greenwich Alternative High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
6 Riverside Avenue
Riverside, CT 06878
(203) 990-0439
Riverside, CT 06878
(203) 990-0439
Gr: 9-12 | 32 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06878, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06878, CT include Riverside School, North Mianus School and International School At Dundee.
How many public schools are located in 06878?
4 public schools are located in 06878.
What is the racial composition of students in 06878?
06878 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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