For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,837 students in 06840, CT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 06840, CT are West School, South School and East School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 06840 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06840, CT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06840, CT ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
769 Ponus Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 594-4410
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 594-4410
Grades: PK-4
| 499 students
Rank: #22.
South School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
8 Farm Rd.
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 594-4313
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 594-4313
Grades: K-4
| 507 students
Rank: #33.
East School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
54 Little Brook Rd.
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 594-4219
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 594-4219
Grades: K-4
| 570 students
Rank: #44.
Saxe Middle School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
468 South Ave.
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 594-4564
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 594-4564
Grades: 5-8
| 1,261 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 06840, CT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 06840, CT include West School, South School and East School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06840?
4 public elementary schools are located in 06840.
What is the racial composition of students in 06840?
06840 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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