For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,072 students in 06042, CT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 06042, CT are Buckley School, Waddell School and Bowers School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06042 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06042, CT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06042, CT Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Buckley School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
250 Vernon Street
Manchester, CT 06042
(860) 647-3302
Manchester, CT 06042
(860) 647-3302
Grades: K-4
| 288 students
Rank: #22.
Waddell School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
163 Broad Street
Manchester, CT 06042
(860) 647-3392
Manchester, CT 06042
(860) 647-3392
Grades: K-4
| 461 students
Rank: #33.
Bowers School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
65 North School Street
Manchester, CT 06042
(860) 647-3313
Manchester, CT 06042
(860) 647-3313
Grades: K-4
| 323 students
06042, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Bentley Alternative Education Program High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
134 East Middle Turnpike
Manchester, CT 06042
(860) 647-3342
Manchester, CT 06042
(860) 647-3342
Grades: 7-12
| 53 students
134 Middle Turnpike
Manchester, CT 06042
(860) 647-3452
Manchester, CT 06042
(860) 647-3452
Grades: PK
| 12 students
60 Washington Street
Manchester, CT 06042
(860) 647-3502
Manchester, CT 06042
(860) 647-3502
Grades: PK
| 179 students
65 North School St.
Manchester, CT 06042
(860) 647-3372
Manchester, CT 06042
(860) 647-3372
Grades: PK-5
| 332 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 06042, CT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 06042, CT include Buckley School, Waddell School and Bowers School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06042?
3 public elementary schools are located in 06042.
What is the racial composition of students in 06042?
06042 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% 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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