For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 960 students in 06029, CT.
The top-ranked public preschools in 06029, CT are Windermere School and Crystal Lake School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 06029 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Connecticut public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 06029, CT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Connecticut public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Connecticut public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06029, CT Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Windermere School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2 Abbott Rd.
Ellington, CT 06029
(860) 896-2329
Ellington, CT 06029
(860) 896-2329
Gr: PK-6 | 651 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Crystal Lake School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
59 South Road
Ellington, CT 06029
(860) 896-2322
Ellington, CT 06029
(860) 896-2322
Gr: PK-6 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
06029, Connecticut 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2 Abbott Rd.
Ellington, CT 06029
(860) 896-2329
Ellington, CT 06029
(860) 896-2329
Gr: 5-6 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Windermere School Program For Alternative Learning K-4 (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2 Abbott Rd.
Ellington, CT 06029
(860) 896-2329
Ellington, CT 06029
(860) 896-2329
Gr: 2 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 06029, CT?
The top-ranked public preschools in 06029, CT include Windermere School and Crystal Lake School.
How many public preschools are located in 06029?
2 public preschools are located in 06029.
What is the racial composition of students in 06029?
06029 public preschools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Connecticut public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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