For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,370 students in 06078, CT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06078, CT are Suffield Middle School and Mcalister Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06078 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06078, CT have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06078, CT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Suffield Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
350 Mountain Rd.
Suffield, CT 06078
(860) 668-3820
Suffield, CT 06078
(860) 668-3820
Gr: 6-8 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Mcalister Intermediate School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
260 Mountain Road
Suffield, CT 06078
(860) 668-3830
Suffield, CT 06078
(860) 668-3830
Gr: 3-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
945 Mountain Rd.
Suffield, CT 06078
(860) 668-3826
Suffield, CT 06078
(860) 668-3826
Gr: PK-2 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 06078, CT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06078, CT include Suffield Middle School and Mcalister Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06078?
3 public elementary schools are located in 06078.
What is the racial composition of students in 06078?
06078 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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