For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,040 students in 06712, CT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 06712, CT are Prospect Elementary School and Long River Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06712 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06712, CT have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06712, CT Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Prospect Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
75 New Haven Road
Prospect, CT 06712
(203) 578-3300
Prospect, CT 06712
(203) 578-3300
Grades: PK-5
| 600 students
Rank: #22.
Long River Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
38 Columbia Ave.
Prospect, CT 06712
(203) 758-4421
Prospect, CT 06712
(203) 758-4421
Grades: 6-8
| 440 students
06712, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
30 Coer Road
Prospect, CT 06712
(203) 758-4408
Prospect, CT 06712
(203) 758-4408
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
12 Center Street
Prospect, CT 06712
(203) 758-6674
Prospect, CT 06712
(203) 758-6674
Grades: 4-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 06712, CT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 06712, CT include Prospect Elementary School and Long River Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06712?
2 public elementary schools are located in 06712.
What is the racial composition of students in 06712?
06712 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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