Best 06418 Connecticut Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,289 students in 06418, CT (there are 1 private school, serving 153 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 06418, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 06418, CT are Bradley School, Derby Middle School and Derby High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06418 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06418, CT have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 06418, CT Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bradley School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
155 David Humphreys Rd.
Derby, CT 06418
(203) 736-5040
Gr: K-5 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Derby Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
73 Chatfield Street
Derby, CT 06418
(203) 736-1426
Gr: 6-8 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Derby High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
75 Chatfield Street
Derby, CT 06418
(203) 736-5032
Gr: 9-12 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Irving School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
9 Garden Place
Derby, CT 06418
(203) 736-5043
Gr: K-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: n/an/a
75 Chatfield Street
Derby, CT 06418
(203) 446-4224
Gr: PK | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 06418, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06418, CT include Bradley School, Derby Middle School and Derby High School.
How many public schools are located in 06418?
5 public schools are located in 06418.
What percentage of students in 06418 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 06418 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06418?
06418 public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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