For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 769 students in Southbury, CT.
The top ranked public preschools in Southbury, CT are Gainfield Elementary School and Pomperaug Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Southbury, CT public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Connecticut public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in Southbury have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Connecticut public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Southbury, CT (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gainfield Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
307 Old Field Rd.
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-5312
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-5312
Grades: PK-5
| 347 students
Rank: #22.
Pomperaug Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
607 Main St. S
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-8283
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-8283
Grades: PK-5
| 422 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Southbury, CT?
The top ranked public preschools in Southbury, CT include Gainfield Elementary School and Pomperaug Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Southbury?
2 public preschools are located in Southbury.
What is the racial composition of students in Southbury?
Southbury public preschools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Southbury are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Southbury include: Pomperaug Elementary School vs. Gainfield Elementary School, Gainfield Elementary School vs. Pomperaug Elementary School
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