For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,303 students in 06484, CT (there are 4 private schools, serving 404 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 06484, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 06484, CT are Booth Hill School, Sunnyside School and Elizabeth Shelton School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06484 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06484, CT have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06484, CT Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Booth Hill School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
544 Booth Hill Rd.
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 929-5625
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 929-5625
Gr: K-4 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Sunnyside School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
418 River Rd.
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 922-3021
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 922-3021
Gr: PK-4 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Elizabeth Shelton School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
138 Willoughby Rd.
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 929-1330
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 929-1330
Gr: K-4 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Long Hill School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
565 Long Hill Ave.
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 929-4077
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 929-4077
Gr: PK-4 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #55.
Mohegan School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
47 Mohegan Rd.
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 929-4121
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 929-4121
Gr: PK-4 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #66.
Intermediate School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
675 Constitution Blvd.
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 926-2000
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 926-2000
Gr: 7-8 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #77.
Perry Hill Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
60 Perry Hill Road
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 924-4002
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 924-4002
Gr: 5-6 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #88.
Shelton High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
120 Meadow St.
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 922-3004
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 922-3004
Gr: 9-12 | 1,308 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
06484, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Behavior Modification Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
138 Willoughby Road
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 929-1330
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 929-1330
Gr: 1-4 | 10 students
418 River Rd.
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 924-9810
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 924-9810
Gr: K-6 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Life Skills (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
565 Long Hill Avenue
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 929-4077
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 929-4077
Gr: K-3 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 50%
47 Mohegan Road
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 929-4121
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 929-4121
Gr: PK | 54 students Minority enrollment: 24%
Ripton School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
382 Long Hill Ave.
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 924-2531
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 924-2531
Gr: PK-12 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Work Experience High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
382 Long Hill Avenue
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 924-1023
Shelton, CT 06484
(203) 924-1023
Gr: 10-12 | 21 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06484, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06484, CT include Booth Hill School, Sunnyside School and Elizabeth Shelton School.
How many public schools are located in 06484?
8 public schools are located in 06484.
What percentage of students in 06484 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 06484 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06484?
06484 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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