For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,587 students in 06437, CT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06437, CT are Calvin Leete School, A. Baldwin Middle School and A. W. Cox School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06437 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06437, CT have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06437, CT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Calvin Leete School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
280 South Union St.
Guilford, CT 06437
(203) 453-2726
Guilford, CT 06437
(203) 453-2726
Gr: K-4 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
A. Baldwin Middle School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
68 Bullard Dr.
Guilford, CT 06437
(203) 457-0222
Guilford, CT 06437
(203) 457-0222
Gr: 5-6 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
A. W. Cox School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
143 Three Mile Course
Guilford, CT 06437
(203) 453-5291
Guilford, CT 06437
(203) 453-5291
Gr: K-4 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Guilford Lakes School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
40 Maupas Rd.
Guilford, CT 06437
(203) 453-5201
Guilford, CT 06437
(203) 453-5201
Gr: PK-4 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
Melissa Jones School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
181 Ledge Hill Rd.
Guilford, CT 06437
(203) 457-0773
Guilford, CT 06437
(203) 457-0773
Gr: K-4 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 06437, CT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06437, CT include Calvin Leete School, A. Baldwin Middle School and A. W. Cox School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06437?
5 public elementary schools are located in 06437.
What is the racial composition of students in 06437?
06437 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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