For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,637 students in 06477, CT (there are 4 private schools, serving 394 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 06477, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 06477, CT are Turkey Hill School, Race Brook School and Peck Place School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06477 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06477, CT have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06477, CT Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Turkey Hill School
Magnet School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
441 Turkey Hill Rd.
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8040
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8040
Grades: 1-6
| 312 students
Rank: #22.
Race Brook School
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
107 Grannis Rd.
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8030
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8030
Grades: 1-6
| 389 students
Rank: #33.
Peck Place School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 Peck Ln.
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8034
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8034
Grades: 1-6
| 358 students
Rank: #44.
Amity Middle School Orange
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Ohman Ave.
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 392-3200
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 392-3200
Grades: 7-8
| 357 students
Rank: n/an/a
Mary L. Tracy School
Magnet School
650 School House Lane
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8028
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8028
Grades: PK-K
| 221 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 06477, CT?
The top ranked public schools in 06477, CT include Turkey Hill School, Race Brook School and Peck Place School.
How many public schools are located in 06477?
5 public schools are located in 06477.
What percentage of students in 06477 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 06477 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06477?
06477 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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