For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 156 students in 06794, CT (there are 1 private school, serving 328 private students). 32% of all K-12 students in 06794, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public school in 06794, CT is Washington Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 06794 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06794, CT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06794, CT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Primary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11 School St.
Washington Depot, CT 06794
(860) 868-7331
Washington Depot, CT 06794
(860) 868-7331
Gr: PK-5 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06794, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06794, CT include Washington Primary School.
How many public schools are located in 06794?
1 public schools are located in 06794.
What percentage of students in 06794 go to public school?
32% of all K-12 students in 06794 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06794?
06794 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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