For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 222 students in Chester, CT (there are 1 private school, serving 26 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Chester, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
The top ranked public school in Chester, CT is Chester Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chester, CT public school have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Chester have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Chester, CT (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chester Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
23 Ridge Rd.
Chester, CT 06412
(860) 526-5797
Chester, CT 06412
(860) 526-5797
Grades: K-6
| 222 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Chester, CT?
The top ranked public schools in Chester, CT include Chester Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Chester?
1 public schools are located in Chester.
What percentage of students in Chester go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Chester are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Chester?
Chester public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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