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Best Hamden Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 2,590 students in Hamden, CT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Hamden, CT are Spring Glen School, Bear Path School and West Woods School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hamden, CT public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in Hamden have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Hamden, CT (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spring Glen School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1908 Whitney Ave.
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 407-2045
Gr: K-6 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Bear Path School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
10 Kirk Rd.
Hamden, CT 06514
(203) 407-2015
Gr: K-6 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
West Woods School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
350 West Todd St.
Hamden, CT 06518
(203) 407-2050
Gr: PK-6 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #44.
Ridge Hill School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
120 Carew Rd.
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 407-2035
Gr: PK-6 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #55.
Shepherd Glen School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1 Skiff St. Ext.
Hamden, CT 06514
(203) 407-2070
Gr: K-6 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #66.
Church Street School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
95 Church St.
Hamden, CT 06514
(203) 407-2020
Gr: PK-6 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Helen Street School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
285 Helen St.
Hamden, CT 06514
(203) 407-2030
Gr: PK-6 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #88.
Dunbar Hill School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
315 Lane St.
Hamden, CT 06514
(203) 407-2025
Gr: PK-6 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
The Bridge At Aces
Alternative School
261 Skiff Street
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 507-5545
Gr: 6-12 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
Regions Secure Hamden
Alternative School
995 Sherman Avenue
Hamden, CT 06514
(860) 566-2030
Gr: 5-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Hamden, CT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Hamden, CT include Spring Glen School, Bear Path School and West Woods School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Hamden?
10 public elementary schools are located in Hamden.
What is the racial composition of students in Hamden?
Hamden public elementary schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Hamden are often viewed compared to one another?

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