For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 984 students in 06256, CT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06256, CT are Charles H. Barrows Stem Academy and North Windham School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06256 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06256, CT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06256, CT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charles H. Barrows Stem Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
141 Tuckie Road
North Windham, CT 06256
(860) 465-2610
North Windham, CT 06256
(860) 465-2610
Gr: K-8 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
North Windham School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
112 Jordan Ln.
North Windham, CT 06256
(860) 465-2400
North Windham, CT 06256
(860) 465-2400
Gr: K-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
06256, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
North Windham Asd Program (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
112 Jordan Lane
North Windham, CT 06256
(860) 465-2400
North Windham, CT 06256
(860) 465-2400
Gr: 2-4 | 6 students Minority enrollment: 50%
141 Tuckie Road
North Windham, CT 06256
(860) 465-2627
North Windham, CT 06256
(860) 465-2627
Gr: PK | 48 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 06256, CT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06256, CT include Charles H. Barrows Stem Academy and North Windham School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06256?
2 public elementary schools are located in 06256.
What is the racial composition of students in 06256?
06256 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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