For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 721 students in 06119, CT.
The top-ranked public preschools in 06119, CT are Whiting Lane School and Smith School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 06119 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Connecticut public pre school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 06119, CT have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public preschool average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06119, CT Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whiting Lane School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
47 Whiting Ln.
West Hartford, CT 06119
(860) 233-8541
West Hartford, CT 06119
(860) 233-8541
Gr: PK-5 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Smith School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
64 St. James St.
West Hartford, CT 06119
(860) 236-3317
West Hartford, CT 06119
(860) 236-3317
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
06119, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Whiting Lane Learning Center (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
47 Whiting Lane
West Hartford, CT 06119
(860) 233-8541
West Hartford, CT 06119
(860) 233-8541
Gr: K-5 | 10 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 06119, CT?
The top-ranked public preschools in 06119, CT include Whiting Lane School and Smith School.
How many public preschools are located in 06119?
2 public preschools are located in 06119.
What is the racial composition of students in 06119?
06119 public preschools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public preschools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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