For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,096 students in 06716, CT.
The top ranked public schools in 06716, CT are Frisbie School, Alcott School and Wakelee School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06716 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06716, CT have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06716, CT Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Frisbie School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
24 Todd Rd.
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8146
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8146
Gr: K-5 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Alcott School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1490 Woodtick Rd.
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8160
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8160
Gr: PK-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Wakelee School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12 Hempel Dr.
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8154
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8154
Gr: K-5 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Tyrrell Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 Todd Rd.
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8151
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8151
Gr: 6-8 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Wolcott High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
457 Bound Line Rd.
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8164
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8164
Gr: 9-12 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
06716, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Abc Classroom (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
24 Todd Road
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8146
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8146
Gr: 3 | 3 students Minority enrollment: 67%
Homebound (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
154 Center Street
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8183
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 879-8183
Gr: 1-12 | 5 students Minority enrollment: 20%
Phoenix Program High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
459 Boundline Road
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 633-4453
Wolcott, CT 06716
(203) 633-4453
Gr: 10-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 06716, CT?
The top ranked public schools in 06716, CT include Frisbie School, Alcott School and Wakelee School.
How many public schools are located in 06716?
5 public schools are located in 06716.
What is the racial composition of students in 06716?
06716 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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