2,155
Preschools
1,347
Elementary Schools
709
Middle Schools
535
High Schools
1,306
Public District Schools
2,016
Private Schools
3,348
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Connecticut based on a variety of measures. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Connecticut at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Connecticut offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Connecticut
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Bridgeport School District
19,337 students | BRIDGEPORT, CT
Grades PK, K-12 | 40 schools -
New Haven School District
19,150 students | NEW HAVEN, CT
Grades PK, K-12 | 50 schools -
Waterbury School District
18,701 students | WATERBURY, CT
Grades PK, K-12 | 44 schools -
Hartford School District
16,774 students | HARTFORD, CT
Grades PK, K-12 | 70 schools -
Stamford School District
16,158 students | STAMFORD, CT
Grades PK, K-12 | 24 schools
Reviews From Schools in Connecticut
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July 31, 2025
It’s not really easy to explain this because throughout my 3 years, my mental health got worse because of this school. I met a friend that completely messed me up. this girl made multiple lies about... More
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Broadview Middle School
Parent / Guardian
July 30, 2025
Whitby is such a fantastic school!
Amazing, thoughtful and inspiring teachers who are committed to fully knowing and supporting each child. Amazing and child centered extracurricular like sports,... More
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Whitby School
Parent / Guardian
July 29, 2025
We absolutely love happy hands! This will be our 4th and last year attending and we are so sad to be saying goodbye! My oldest daughter only went 2 days a week and she was reading before she started... More
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Happy Hands PREP LLC