For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,359 students in 06790, CT (there are 3 private schools, serving 314 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 06790, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in 06790, CT are Torrington High School, Forbes School and Torringford School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06790 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06790, CT have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06790, CT Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Torrington High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
50 Major Besse Dr.
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2294
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2294
Grades: 9-12
| 945 students
Rank: #22.
Forbes School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500 Migeon Ave.
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2500
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2500
Grades: 4-5
| 334 students
Rank: #33.
Torringford School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
800 Charles St.
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2300
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2300
Grades: PK-3
| 601 students
Rank: #44.
Oliver Wolcott Technical High School
Vocational School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
75 Oliver St.
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 496-5300
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 496-5300
Grades: 9-12
| 637 students
Rank: #55.
Southwest School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
340 Litchfield St.
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2311
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2311
Grades: 4-5
| 292 students
Rank: #66.
Vogel-wetmore School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
68 Church St.
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2570
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2570
Grades: K-3
| 542 students
Rank: #77.
Torrington Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
200 Middle School Rd.
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 496-4050
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 496-4050
Grades: 6-8
| 1,008 students
06790, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Abc / Forbes School (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
500 Migeon Ave
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2327
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2327
Grades: 2-3
| 2 students
Abc / Torringford (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
837 Charles St
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2327
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2327
Grades: 2-5
| 2 students
34 Park Street
Torrington, CT 06790
(203) 974-7300
Torrington, CT 06790
(203) 974-7300
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
215 Hogan Drive
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2327
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2327
Grades: PK
| 48 students
Migeon Academy (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
355 Migeon Ave
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2327
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2327
Grades: 10-12
| 7 students
Pre-k Sped (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
215 Hogan Drive
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2327
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2327
Grades: PK
| 19 students
Southeast School (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
196 Oak Ave.
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2298
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2298
Grades: 9-12
| 44 students
800 Charles St
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2327
Torrington, CT 06790
(860) 489-2327
Grades: PK
| 4 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 06790, CT?
The top ranked public schools in 06790, CT include Torrington High School, Forbes School and Torringford School.
How many public schools are located in 06790, CT?
7 public schools are located in 06790, CT.
What percentage of students in 06790, CT go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 06790, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06790, CT?
06790, CT public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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