For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,441 students in 06479, CT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06479, CT are William M. Strong Elementary School, Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School and South End Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06479 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06479, CT have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06479, CT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
William M. Strong Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
820 Marion Ave.
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3314
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3314
Gr: K-5 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
70 Church Street
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3450
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3450
Gr: K-5 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
South End Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10 Maxwell-noble Drive
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3320
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3320
Gr: K-5 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
John F. Kennedy Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1071 South Main St.
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3275
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3275
Gr: 6-8 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
06479, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ease (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
1071 South Main St.
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3275
Plantsville, CT 06479
(860) 628-3275
Gr: 6-8 | 12 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 06479, CT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06479, CT include William M. Strong Elementary School, Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School and South End Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06479?
4 public elementary schools are located in 06479.
What is the racial composition of students in 06479?
06479 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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