For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,181 students in 06470, CT (there are 4 private schools, serving 693 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in 06470, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 06470, CT are Head O'meadow Elementary School, Hawley Elementary School and Middle Gate Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06470 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06470, CT have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06470, CT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Head O'meadow Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
94 Boggs Hill Rd.
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-7670
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-7670
Gr: K-4 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Hawley Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
29 Church Hill Rd.
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-7666
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-7666
Gr: K-4 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Middle Gate Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7 Cold Spring Rd.
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-7662
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-7662
Gr: K-4 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #44.
Newtown Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11 Queen St.
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-7638
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-7638
Gr: 7-8 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #55.
Reed Intermediate School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3 Trades Lane
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 270-4880
Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 270-4880
Gr: 5-6 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06470, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06470, CT include Head O'meadow Elementary School, Hawley Elementary School and Middle Gate Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 06470?
5 public schools are located in 06470.
What percentage of students in 06470 go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in 06470 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06470?
06470 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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