For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,633 students in 06477, CT (there are 3 private schools, serving 215 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 06477, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 06477, CT are Turkey Hill School, Amity Middle School Orange and Race Brook School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06477 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06477, CT have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06477, CT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Turkey Hill School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
441 Turkey Hill Rd.
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8040
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8040
Gr: 1-6 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Amity Middle School Orange
(Math: 67% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Ohman Ave.
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 392-3200
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 392-3200
Gr: 7-8 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Race Brook School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
107 Grannis Rd.
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8030
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8030
Gr: 1-6 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Peck Place School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 Peck Ln.
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8034
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8034
Gr: 1-6 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
650 School House Lane
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8028
Orange, CT 06477
(203) 891-8028
Gr: PK-K | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06477, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06477, CT include Turkey Hill School, Amity Middle School Orange and Race Brook School.
How many public schools are located in 06477?
5 public schools are located in 06477.
What percentage of students in 06477 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 06477 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06477?
06477 public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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