For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,156 students in Southbury, CT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Southbury, CT are Gainfield Elementary School, Rochambeau Middle School and Pomperaug Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Southbury, CT public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in Southbury have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Southbury, CT (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gainfield Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
307 Old Field Rd.
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-5312
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-5312
Grades: PK-5
| 347 students
Rank: #22.
Rochambeau Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Peter Rd.
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-2711
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-2711
Grades: 6-8
| 387 students
Rank: #33.
Pomperaug Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
607 Main St. S
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-8283
Southbury, CT 06488
(203) 264-8283
Grades: PK-5
| 422 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Southbury, CT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Southbury, CT include Gainfield Elementary School, Rochambeau Middle School and Pomperaug Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Southbury?
3 public elementary schools are located in Southbury.
What is the racial composition of students in Southbury?
Southbury public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Southbury are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Southbury include: Pomperaug Elementary School vs. Gainfield Elementary School, Gainfield Elementary School vs. Pomperaug Elementary School
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