For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,975 students in 06070, CT (there are 4 private schools, serving 966 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 06070, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 06070, CT are Central School, Squadron Line School and Simsbury High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06070 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06070, CT have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06070, CT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
29 Massaco St.
Simsbury, CT 06070
(860) 658-4732
Simsbury, CT 06070
(860) 658-4732
Gr: K-6 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Squadron Line School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
44 Squadron Line Rd.
Simsbury, CT 06070
(860) 658-2251
Simsbury, CT 06070
(860) 658-2251
Gr: PK-6 | 710 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Simsbury High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
34 Farms Village Rd.
Simsbury, CT 06070
(860) 658-0451
Simsbury, CT 06070
(860) 658-0451
Gr: 9-12 | 1,187 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Henry James Memorial School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
155 Firetown Rd.
Simsbury, CT 06070
(860) 651-3341
Simsbury, CT 06070
(860) 651-3341
Gr: 7-8 | 685 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06070, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06070, CT include Central School, Squadron Line School and Simsbury High School.
How many public schools are located in 06070?
4 public schools are located in 06070.
What percentage of students in 06070 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 06070 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06070?
06070 public schools minority enrollment is 29% 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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