For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 915 students in 06512, CT.
The top-ranked public preschool in 06512, CT is Nathan Hale School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 06512 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Connecticut public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 06512, CT have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06512, CT Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nathan Hale School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
480 Townsend Ave.
East Haven, CT 06512
(475) 220-4200
East Haven, CT 06512
(475) 220-4200
Gr: PK-8 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
311 Foxon Rd.
East Haven, CT 06512
(203) 468-3324
East Haven, CT 06512
(203) 468-3324
Gr: PK-2 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
54 Gerrish Ave.
East Haven, CT 06512
(203) 468-3305
East Haven, CT 06512
(203) 468-3305
Gr: PK | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 43:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
06512, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
82 Elliot St.
East Haven, CT 06512
(203) 468-3316
East Haven, CT 06512
(203) 468-3316
Gr: PK-2 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Pathways (Closed 2015)
Special Education School
290 Dodge Avenue
East Haven, CT 06512
(203) 468-3268
East Haven, CT 06512
(203) 468-3268
Gr: 6-12 | 40 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 06512, CT?
The top-ranked public preschools in 06512, CT include Nathan Hale School.
How many public preschools are located in 06512?
3 public preschools are located in 06512.
What is the racial composition of students in 06512?
06512 public preschools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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