For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 700 students in 06517, CT (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,126 private students). 38% of all K-12 students in 06517, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 06517, CT are Spring Glen School and Ridge Hill School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06517 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06517, CT have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06517, CT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Glen School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1908 Whitney Ave.
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 407-2045
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 407-2045
Gr: K-6 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Ridge Hill School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
120 Carew Rd.
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 407-2035
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 407-2035
Gr: PK-6 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: n/an/a
The Bridge At Aces
Alternative School
261 Skiff Street
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 507-5545
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 507-5545
Gr: 6-12 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06517, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06517, CT include Spring Glen School and Ridge Hill School.
How many public schools are located in 06517?
3 public schools are located in 06517.
What percentage of students in 06517 go to public school?
38% of all K-12 students in 06517 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06517?
06517 public schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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