For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,629 students in 06482, CT (there are , serving 55 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 06482, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 06482, CT are Sandy Hook Elementary School and Newtown High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06482 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06482, CT have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06482, CT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sandy Hook Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12 Dickinson Drive
Sandy Hook, CT 06482
(203) 426-7657
Sandy Hook, CT 06482
(203) 426-7657
Gr: K-4 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Newtown High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12 Berkshire Rd.
Sandy Hook, CT 06482
(203) 426-7646
Sandy Hook, CT 06482
(203) 426-7646
Gr: 9-12 | 1,276 student Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
06482, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
12 Dickinson Drive
Sandy Hook, CT 06482
(203) 426-7657
Sandy Hook, CT 06482
(203) 426-7657
Gr: PK | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06482, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06482, CT include Sandy Hook Elementary School and Newtown High School.
How many public schools are located in 06482?
2 public schools are located in 06482.
What percentage of students in 06482 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 06482 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06482?
06482 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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