For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,966 students in 06877, CT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06877, CT are Farmingville Elementary School, Branchville Elementary School and Veterans Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06877 have an average math proficiency score of 76% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06877, CT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06877, CT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Farmingville Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
324 Farmingville Rd.
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5570
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5570
Gr: PK-5 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Branchville Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
40 Florida Rd.
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5850
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5850
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Veterans Park Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8 Governor St.
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5525
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5525
Gr: PK-5 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Ridgebury Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
112 Bennett's Farm Rd.
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5875
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5875
Gr: PK-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Scotland Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
111 Barlow Mountain Rd.
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5825
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5825
Gr: PK-5 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #66.
Barlow Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
115 Barlow Mountain Rd.
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5800
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5800
Gr: PK-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #77.
East Ridge Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10 East Ridge Rd.
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5500
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5500
Gr: 6-8 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #88.
Scotts Ridge Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
750 North Salem Rd.
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5725
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5725
Gr: 6-8 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
06877, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alternative High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
25 Gilbert Street
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 431-2878
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 431-2878
Gr: 9-11 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
District Program Bmes Middle School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
115 Barlow Mountain Rd.
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5550
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5550
Gr: 5 | 1 student
District Program Erms Middle School (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
10 East Ridge Rd.
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5550
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5550
Gr: 7 | 1 student
District Program Res (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
112 Bennetts Farm Rd.
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5550
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5550
Gr: 3-5 | 8 students Minority enrollment: 12%
District Program Ses (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
111 Barlow Mountain Rd.
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5550
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5550
Gr: 5 | 3 students
Homebound (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
70 Prospect Street
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 431-2800
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 431-2800
Gr: PK-12 | 2 students
Ridgefield Transition Program High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
8 Governor St.
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 438-6571
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 438-6571
Gr: 12 | 7 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 06877, CT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06877, CT include Farmingville Elementary School, Branchville Elementary School and Veterans Park Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06877?
8 public elementary schools are located in 06877.
What is the racial composition of students in 06877?
06877 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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