For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,690 students in 06482, CT (there are 1 private school, serving 55 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 06482, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 06482, CT are Sandy Hook Elementary School and Newtown High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06482 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06482, CT have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06482, CT Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sandy Hook Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12 Dickinson Drive
Sandy Hook, CT 06482
(203) 426-7657
Sandy Hook, CT 06482
(203) 426-7657
Grades: K-4
| 365 students
Rank: #22.
Newtown High School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12 Berkshire Rd.
Sandy Hook, CT 06482
(203) 426-7646
Sandy Hook, CT 06482
(203) 426-7646
Grades: 9-12
| 1,325 students
06482, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
12 Dickinson Drive
Sandy Hook, CT 06482
(203) 426-7657
Sandy Hook, CT 06482
(203) 426-7657
Grades: PK
| 60 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 06482, CT?
The top ranked public schools in 06482, CT include Sandy Hook Elementary School and Newtown High School.
How many public schools are located in 06482?
2 public schools are located in 06482.
What percentage of students in 06482 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 06482 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06482?
06482 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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