For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 984 students in 06256, CT.
The top ranked public schools in 06256, CT are Charles H. Barrows Stem Academy and North Windham School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06256 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06256, CT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06256, CT Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Charles H. Barrows Stem Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
141 Tuckie Road
North Windham, CT 06256
(860) 465-2610
North Windham, CT 06256
(860) 465-2610
Grades: K-8
| 554 students
Rank: #22.
North Windham School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
112 Jordan Ln.
North Windham, CT 06256
(860) 465-2400
North Windham, CT 06256
(860) 465-2400
Grades: K-5
| 430 students
06256, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
North Windham Asd Program (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
112 Jordan Lane
North Windham, CT 06256
(860) 465-2400
North Windham, CT 06256
(860) 465-2400
Grades: 2-4
| 6 students
141 Tuckie Road
North Windham, CT 06256
(860) 465-2627
North Windham, CT 06256
(860) 465-2627
Grades: PK
| 48 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 06256, CT?
The top ranked public schools in 06256, CT include Charles H. Barrows Stem Academy and North Windham School.
How many public schools are located in 06256?
2 public schools are located in 06256.
What is the racial composition of students in 06256?
06256 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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