For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,546 students in 06479, CT.
The top ranked public schools in 06479, CT are Strong Elementary School, Oshana Elementary School and South End Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06479 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06479, CT have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06479, CT Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Strong Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
820 Marion Ave.
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3314
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3314
Grades: K-5
| 274 students
Rank: #22.
Oshana Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
70 Church Street
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3450
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3450
Grades: K-5
| 261 students
Rank: #33.
South End Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10 Maxwell-noble Drive
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3320
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3320
Grades: K-5
| 247 students
Rank: #44.
John F. Kennedy Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1071 South Main St.
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3275
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3275
Grades: 6-8
| 699 students
Rank: n/an/a
Preschool Program - Ses
Magnet School
820 Marion Ave
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3314
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3314
Grades: PK
| 65 students
06479, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Ease (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
1071 South Main St.
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3275
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3275
Grades: 6-8
| 12 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 06479, CT?
The top ranked public schools in 06479, CT include Strong Elementary School, Oshana Elementary School and South End Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 06479?
5 public schools are located in 06479.
What is the racial composition of students in 06479?
06479 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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