For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,156 students in 06488, CT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 06488, CT are Gainfield Elementary School, Pomperaug Elementary School and Rochambeau Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06488 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06488, CT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06488, CT Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gainfield Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
307 Old Field Rd.
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-5312
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-5312
Gr: PK-5 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Pomperaug Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
607 Main St. S
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-8283
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-8283
Gr: PK-5 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Rochambeau Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Peter Rd.
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-2711
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-2711
Gr: 6-8 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 06488, CT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 06488, CT include Gainfield Elementary School, Pomperaug Elementary School and Rochambeau Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06488?
3 public elementary schools are located in 06488.
What is the racial composition of students in 06488?
06488 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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