For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,279 students in Danielson, CT (there are 2 private schools, serving 245 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Danielson, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in Danielson, CT are Quinebaug Middle College, Killingly Memorial School and H. H. Ellis Technical High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Danielson, CT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Danielson have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Danielson, CT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Quinebaug Middle College
Magnet School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
742 Upper Maple St.
Danielson, CT 06239
(860) 932-4100
Danielson, CT 06239
(860) 932-4100
Gr: 9-12 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Killingly Memorial School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
339 Main St.
Danielson, CT 06239
(860) 779-6680
Danielson, CT 06239
(860) 779-6680
Gr: 2-4 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
H. H. Ellis Technical High School
Vocational School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
613 Upper Maple St.
Danielson, CT 06239
(860) 412-7500
Danielson, CT 06239
(860) 412-7500
Gr: 9-12 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Danielson, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in Danielson, CT include Quinebaug Middle College, Killingly Memorial School and H. H. Ellis Technical High School.
How many public schools are located in Danielson?
3 public schools are located in Danielson.
What percentage of students in Danielson go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Danielson are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Danielson?
Danielson public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Danielson are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Danielson include: Quinebaug Middle College vs. H. H. Ellis Technical High School
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