For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,724 students in 06850, CT (there are 2 private schools, serving 59 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 06850, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 06850, CT are Concord Magnet School, Fox Run Elementary School and Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06850 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06850, CT have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06850, CT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Concord Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
21 Hunters Lane
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 899-2840
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 899-2840
Gr: K-8 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Fox Run Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
228 Fillow Street
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 899-2860
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 899-2860
Gr: PK-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
75 Van Buren Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 899-2870
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 899-2870
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
157 Perry Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 899-2950
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 899-2950
Gr: K-5 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #55.
Kendall College & Career Academy
(Math: 26% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
57 Fillow Street
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 899-2880
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 899-2880
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Ponus Ridge Steam Academy
(Math: 17% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
21 Hunters Lane
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 847-3557
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 847-3557
Gr: 6-8 | 637 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06850, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06850, CT include Concord Magnet School, Fox Run Elementary School and Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 06850?
6 public schools are located in 06850.
What percentage of students in 06850 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 06850 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06850?
06850 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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