For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 696 students in Bolton, CT (there are , serving 42 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Bolton, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Bolton, CT are Bolton High School and Bolton Center School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bolton, CT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Bolton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Bolton, CT (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bolton High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
72 Brandy St.
Bolton, CT 06043
(860) 643-2768
Bolton, CT 06043
(860) 643-2768
Grades: 9-12
| 215 students
Rank: #22.
Bolton Center School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
108 Notch Rd.
Bolton, CT 06043
(860) 643-2411
Bolton, CT 06043
(860) 643-2411
Grades: PK-8
| 481 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bolton, CT?
The top ranked public schools in Bolton, CT include Bolton High School and Bolton Center School.
How many public schools are located in Bolton?
2 public schools are located in Bolton.
What percentage of students in Bolton go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Bolton are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Bolton?
Bolton public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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