Best 06489 Connecticut Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 909 students in 06489, CT.
The top-ranked public preschools in 06489, CT are Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School and Urbin T. Kelley School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 06489 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Connecticut public pre school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 06489, CT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Connecticut public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public preschool average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Best 06489, CT Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
240 Main St.
Southington, CT 06489
(860) 628-3286
Gr: PK-5 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Urbin T. Kelley School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
501 Ridgewood Rd.
Southington, CT 06489
(860) 628-3310
Gr: PK-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
50 Spring Lake Rd
Southington, CT 06489
(860) 628-3377
Gr: PK | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 41%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 06489, CT?
The top-ranked public preschools in 06489, CT include Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School and Urbin T. Kelley School.
How many public preschools are located in 06489?
3 public preschools are located in 06489.
What is the racial composition of students in 06489?
06489 public preschools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public preschools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

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