Best 06514 Connecticut Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,573 students in 06514, CT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06514, CT are Bear Path School, Shepherd Glen School and Church Street School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06514 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06514, CT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 06514, CT Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bear Path School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
10 Kirk Rd.
Hamden, CT 06514
(203) 407-2015
Gr: K-6 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Shepherd Glen School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1 Skiff St. Ext.
Hamden, CT 06514
(203) 407-2070
Gr: K-6 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Church Street School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
95 Church St.
Hamden, CT 06514
(203) 407-2020
Gr: PK-6 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Helen Street School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
285 Helen St.
Hamden, CT 06514
(203) 407-2030
Gr: PK-6 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #55.
Dunbar Hill School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
315 Lane St.
Hamden, CT 06514
(203) 407-2025
Gr: PK-6 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
Regions Secure Hamden
Alternative School
995 Sherman Avenue
Hamden, CT 06514
(860) 566-2030
Gr: 5-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 06514, CT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06514, CT include Bear Path School, Shepherd Glen School and Church Street School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06514?
6 public elementary schools are located in 06514.
What is the racial composition of students in 06514?
06514 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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