For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 888 students in 06853, CT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 06853, CT are Rowayton School and Roton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06853 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06853, CT have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06853, CT Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rowayton School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Roton Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06853
(203) 899-2940
Norwalk, CT 06853
(203) 899-2940
Grades: K-5
| 435 students
Rank: #22.
Roton Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 Highland Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06853
(203) 899-2930
Norwalk, CT 06853
(203) 899-2930
Grades: 6-8
| 453 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 06853, CT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 06853, CT include Rowayton School and Roton Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06853?
2 public elementary schools are located in 06853.
What is the racial composition of students in 06853?
06853 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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