For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,569 students in 06040, CT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 06040, CT are Odyssey Community School, Keeney School and Martin School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06040 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06040, CT have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06040, CT Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Odyssey Community School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
579 Middle Tpke West
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 645-1234
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 645-1234
Grades: PK-8
| 374 students
Rank: #22.
Keeney School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
179 Keeney St.
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3354
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3354
Grades: PK-4
| 327 students
Rank: #33.
Martin School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
140 Dartmouth Rd.
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3367
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3367
Grades: PK-4
| 250 students
Rank: #44.
Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1151 Main St.
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3571
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3571
Grades: 5-6
| 843 students
Rank: #55.
Highland Park School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
397 Porter St.
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3430
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3430
Grades: K-4
| 318 students
Rank: #66.
Verplanck School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
126 Olcott Street
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3383
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3383
Grades: K-4
| 457 students
06040, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1151 Main St.
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3571
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3571
Grades: 6-9
| 660 students
Manchester Regional Academy (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
665 Wetherell St.
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3495
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3495
Grades: 7-12
| 70 students
Manchester Transition Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
11 Center Street
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3521
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3521
Grades: 12
| 13 students
160 Spruce St
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3346
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3346
Grades: PK-5
| 287 students
New Horizons High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
665 Wetherell Street
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3496
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3496
Grades: 8-12
| 22 students
94 Cedar St.
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3332
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3332
Grades: K-4
| 251 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 06040, CT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 06040, CT include Odyssey Community School, Keeney School and Martin School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06040?
6 public elementary schools are located in 06040.
What is the racial composition of students in 06040?
06040 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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