2,155
Preschools
1,348
Elementary Schools
710
Middle Schools
536
High Schools
1,306
Public District Schools
2,016
Private Schools
3,349
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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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
September 12, 2025
Theyre trying to turn it into another trade school. The school is extremely disorganized and DIRTY!!!!! It’s not uncommon to see a rat.
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Danbury High School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
September 12, 2025
Had a horrible experience here. Bullying was really bad from students and many teachers alike. Even things down to assault and harassment. Students threatening my safety and threatening to come to my... More
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Shepaug Valley School
Parent / Guardian
September 10, 2025
There are a number of reasons why we are dissatisfied with Eagle Hill School. The biggest issue for us is the lack of clear curricular standards and slapshot approach to educating students. We stuck... More
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Eagle Hill School