For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,098 students in 06488, CT.
The top-ranked public schools in 06488, CT are Gainfield Elementary School, Pomperaug Regional High School and Pomperaug Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06488 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06488, CT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06488, CT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gainfield Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
307 Old Field Rd.
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-5312
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-5312
Gr: PK-5 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Pomperaug Regional High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
234 Judd Rd.
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 262-3200
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 262-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 970 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Pomperaug Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
607 Main St. S
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-8283
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-8283
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Rochambeau Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 Peter Rd.
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-2711
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-2711
Gr: 6-8 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06488, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06488, CT include Gainfield Elementary School, Pomperaug Regional High School and Pomperaug Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 06488?
4 public schools are located in 06488.
What is the racial composition of students in 06488?
06488 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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