For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,096 students in 06716, CT.
The top-ranked public schools in 06716, CT are Frisbie School, Alcott School and Wakelee School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06716 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06716, CT have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06716, CT Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Frisbie School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
24 Todd Rd.
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8146
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8146
Gr: K-5 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Alcott School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1490 Woodtick Rd.
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8160
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8160
Gr: PK-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Wakelee School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12 Hempel Dr.
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8154
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8154
Gr: K-5 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Tyrrell Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 Todd Rd.
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8151
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8151
Gr: 6-8 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Wolcott High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
457 Bound Line Rd.
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8164
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8164
Gr: 9-12 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
06716, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Abc Classroom (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
24 Todd Road
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8146
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8146
Gr: 3 | 3 students Minority enrollment: 67%
Homebound (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
154 Center Street
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8183
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8183
Gr: 1-12 | 5 students Minority enrollment: 20%
Phoenix Program High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
459 Boundline Road
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 633-4453
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 633-4453
Gr: 10-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06716, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06716, CT include Frisbie School, Alcott School and Wakelee School.
How many public schools are located in 06716?
5 public schools are located in 06716.
What is the racial composition of students in 06716?
06716 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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