For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,340 students in 06078, CT (there are 2 private schools, serving 438 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 06078, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 06078, CT are Suffield Middle School and Mcalister Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06078 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06078, CT have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06078, CT Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Suffield Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
350 Mountain Rd.
Suffield, CT 06078
(860) 668-3820
Suffield, CT 06078
(860) 668-3820
Grades: 6-8
| 433 students
Rank: #22.
Mcalister Intermediate School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
260 Mountain Road
Suffield, CT 06078
(860) 668-3830
Suffield, CT 06078
(860) 668-3830
Grades: 3-5
| 446 students
Rank: n/an/a
945 Mountain Rd.
Suffield, CT 06078
(860) 668-3826
Suffield, CT 06078
(860) 668-3826
Grades: PK-2
| 461 students
06078, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
90 Bridge St.
Suffield, CT 06078
(860) 668-3818
Suffield, CT 06078
(860) 668-3818
Grades: 1-2
| 134 students
1153 East St. South
Suffield, CT 06078
(860) 627-2127
Suffield, CT 06078
(860) 627-2127
Grades: 11-12
| 4 students
260 Mountain Road
Suffield, CT 06078
(860) 668-2982
Suffield, CT 06078
(860) 668-2982
Grades: PK-K
| 40 students
Walker Reception Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1151 East Street South
Suffield, CT 06078
(860) 292-3413
Suffield, CT 06078
(860) 292-3413
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 06078, CT?
The top ranked public schools in 06078, CT include Suffield Middle School and Mcalister Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 06078?
3 public schools are located in 06078.
What percentage of students in 06078 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 06078 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06078?
06078 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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