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Best Hamden Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,168 students in Hamden, CT.
The top-ranked public preschools in Hamden, CT are Ridge Hill School, Church Street School and Helen Street School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hamden, CT public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Connecticut public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in Hamden have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Connecticut public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Preschools in Hamden, CT (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ridge Hill School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
120 Carew Rd.
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 407-2035
Gr: PK-6 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #22.
Church Street School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
95 Church St.
Hamden, CT 06514
(203) 407-2020
Gr: PK-6 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Helen Street School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
285 Helen St.
Hamden, CT 06514
(203) 407-2030
Gr: PK-6 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Dunbar Hill School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
315 Lane St.
Hamden, CT 06514
(203) 407-2025
Gr: PK-6 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Hamden, Connecticut

Hamden, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
35 Hillfield Rd.
Hamden, CT 06518
(203) 407-2010
Gr: PK-5 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
306 Circular Avenue
Hamden, CT 06514
(203) 407-2133
Gr: 7-12 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
High Meadows (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
825 Hartford Turnpike
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 281-8327
Gr: 7-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
261 Skiff St.
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 281-3577
Gr: 9-12 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
205 Skiff St.
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 407-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
205 Skiff Street
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 407-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Hamden, CT?
The top-ranked public preschools in Hamden, CT include Ridge Hill School, Church Street School and Helen Street School.
How many public preschools are located in Hamden?
4 public preschools are located in Hamden.
What is the racial composition of students in Hamden?
Hamden public preschools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Connecticut public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Hamden are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Hamden include: Helen Street School vs. Church Street School, Church Street School vs. Helen Street School

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