For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 901 students in 06417, CT (there are , serving 39 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 06417, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 06417, CT are Deep River Elementary School, Valley Regional High School and John Winthrop Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06417 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06417, CT have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06417, CT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Deep River Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12 River St.
Deep River, CT 06417
(860) 526-5319
Deep River, CT 06417
(860) 526-5319
Gr: PK-6 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Valley Regional High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
256 Kelsey Hill Rd.
Deep River, CT 06417
(860) 526-5328
Deep River, CT 06417
(860) 526-5328
Gr: 9-12 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
John Winthrop Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1 Winthrop Road
Deep River, CT 06417
(860) 526-9546
Deep River, CT 06417
(860) 526-9546
Gr: 6-8 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
06417, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Region 4 Transition Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1 Winthrop Rd.
Deep River, CT 06417
(860) 526-2417
Deep River, CT 06417
(860) 526-2417
Gr: 12 | 5 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06417, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06417, CT include Deep River Elementary School, Valley Regional High School and John Winthrop Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 06417?
3 public schools are located in 06417.
What percentage of students in 06417 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 06417 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06417?
06417 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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