For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,926 students in 06109, CT.
The top-ranked public preschools in 06109, CT are Alfred W. Hanmer School, Highcrest School and Charles Wright School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 06109 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Connecticut public pre school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 06109, CT have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public preschool average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06109, CT Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alfred W. Hanmer School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
50 Francis St.
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 571-8370
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 571-8370
Gr: PK-6 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Highcrest School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
95 Highcrest Rd.
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 571-8380
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 571-8380
Gr: PK-6 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Charles Wright School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
186 Nott St.
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 571-8350
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 571-8350
Gr: PK-6 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Samuel B. Webb Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
51 Willow St.
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 571-8340
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 571-8340
Gr: PK-6 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #55.
Discovery Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
176 Cumberland Avenue
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 296-2090
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 296-2090
Gr: PK-5 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
123 Progress Drive
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 240-6615
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 240-6615
Gr: PK | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
06109, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Soundbridge @ Wersfield High School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
411 Wolcott Hill Road
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 529-4260
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 529-4260
Gr: 9-12 | 9 students
Soundbridge Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
123 Progress Dr.
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 529-4260
Wethersfield, CT 06109
(860) 529-4260
Gr: PK-K | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 06109, CT?
The top-ranked public preschools in 06109, CT include Alfred W. Hanmer School, Highcrest School and Charles Wright School.
How many public preschools are located in 06109?
6 public preschools are located in 06109.
What is the racial composition of students in 06109?
06109 public preschools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public preschools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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