Best Public Preschools in Hamden, CT (2025-26)

Best Hamden Public Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,168 students in Hamden, CT.

The top ranked public preschools in Hamden, CT are Ridge Hill School, Church Street School and Helen Street School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Hamden, CT public preschools have an score of 27% (versus the Connecticut public pre school average of 36%), and score of 34% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in Hamden have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public pre schools.

Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Connecticut public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Preschools in Hamden, CT (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Ridge Hill School

(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
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120 Carew Rd.
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 407-2035

Gr: PK-6 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%

Rank: #22.

Church Street School

(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
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95 Church St.
Hamden, CT 06514
(203) 407-2020

Gr: PK-6 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%

Rank: #33.

Helen Street School

(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
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285 Helen St.
Hamden, CT 06514
(203) 407-2030

Gr: PK-6 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%

Rank: #44.

Dunbar Hill School

(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
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315 Lane St.
Hamden, CT 06514
(203) 407-2025

Gr: PK-6 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Hamden, Connecticut

Hamden, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Alice Peck Learning Center (Closed 2018)

35 Hillfield Rd.
Hamden, CT 06518
(203) 407-2010

Gr: PK-5 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%

Hamden Collaborative Learning Center (Closed 2023)

Alternative School

306 Circular Avenue
Hamden, CT 06514
(203) 407-2133

Gr: 7-12 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1

High Meadows (Closed 2010)

Alternative School

825 Hartford Turnpike
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 281-8327

Gr: 7-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 70%

Whitney High School East (Closed 2023)

Alternative School

261 Skiff St.
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 281-3577

Gr: 9-12 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1

Whitney High School North (Closed 2023)

Alternative School

205 Skiff St.
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 407-4500

Gr: 9-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1

Whitney High School West (Closed 2023)

Alternative School

205 Skiff Street
Hamden, CT 06517
(203) 407-4500

Gr: 9-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public preschools in Hamden, CT?

The top ranked public preschools in Hamden, CT include Ridge Hill School, Church Street School and Helen Street School.

How many public preschools are located in Hamden?

4 public preschools are located in Hamden.

What is the racial composition of students in Hamden?

Hamden public preschools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Connecticut public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).

Which public preschools in Hamden are often viewed compared to one another?

Popular comparisons of public preschools in Hamden include: Helen Street School vs. Church Street School, Church Street School vs. Helen Street School