For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 893 students in 06612, CT (there are 1 private school, serving 222 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 06612, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 06612, CT are Samuel Staples Elementary School and Helen Keller Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06612 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06612, CT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06612, CT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Samuel Staples Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
515 Morehouse Road
Easton, CT 06612
(203) 261-3607
Easton, CT 06612
(203) 261-3607
Gr: PK-5 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Helen Keller Middle School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
360 Sport Hill Rd.
Easton, CT 06612
(203) 268-8651
Easton, CT 06612
(203) 268-8651
Gr: 6-8 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06612, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06612, CT include Samuel Staples Elementary School and Helen Keller Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 06612?
2 public schools are located in 06612.
What percentage of students in 06612 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 06612 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06612?
06612 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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