For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 995 students in 06096, CT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06096, CT are South Elementary School and Windsor Locks Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06096 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06096, CT have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06096, CT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
87 South St.
Windsor Locks, CT 06096
(860) 292-5021
Windsor Locks, CT 06096
(860) 292-5021
Gr: 3-5 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Windsor Locks Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7 Center St.
Windsor Locks, CT 06096
(860) 292-5012
Windsor Locks, CT 06096
(860) 292-5012
Gr: 6-8 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
325 North St.
Windsor Locks, CT 06096
(860) 292-5027
Windsor Locks, CT 06096
(860) 292-5027
Gr: PK-2 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
06096, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Pine Meadow Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
7 Center Street
Windsor Locks, CT 06096
(860) 292-5707
Windsor Locks, CT 06096
(860) 292-5707
Gr: 9-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rise Transition Academy (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
52 South Elm Street
Windsor Locks, CT 06096
(860) 292-5707
Windsor Locks, CT 06096
(860) 292-5707
Gr: 12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 06096, CT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06096, CT include South Elementary School and Windsor Locks Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06096?
3 public elementary schools are located in 06096.
What is the racial composition of students in 06096?
06096 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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