For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,022 students in 06119, CT (there are 2 private schools, serving 730 private students). 56% of all K-12 students in 06119, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 06119, CT are Whiting Lane School, Morley School and Smith School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06119 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06119, CT have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06119, CT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whiting Lane School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
47 Whiting Ln.
West Hartford, CT 06119
(860) 233-8541
West Hartford, CT 06119
(860) 233-8541
Gr: PK-5 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Morley School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
77 Bretton Rd.
West Hartford, CT 06119
(860) 233-8535
West Hartford, CT 06119
(860) 233-8535
Gr: K-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Smith School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
64 St. James St.
West Hartford, CT 06119
(860) 236-3317
West Hartford, CT 06119
(860) 236-3317
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06119, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06119, CT include Whiting Lane School, Morley School and Smith School.
How many public schools are located in 06119?
3 public schools are located in 06119.
What percentage of students in 06119 go to public school?
56% of all K-12 students in 06119 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06119?
06119 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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