For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 698 students in 06896, CT.
The top-ranked public high school in 06896, CT is Joel Barlow High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 06896 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Connecticut public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 06896, CT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Connecticut public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 06896 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Connecticut average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Joel Barlow High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Connecticut or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public high school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06896, CT Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Joel Barlow High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
100 Black Rock Tpke.
Redding, CT 06896
(203) 938-2508
Redding, CT 06896
(203) 938-2508
Gr: 9-12 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 06896, CT?
The top-ranked public high schools in 06896, CT include Joel Barlow High School.
How many public high schools are located in 06896?
1 public high schools are located in 06896.
What is the racial composition of students in 06896?
06896 public high schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public high schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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