For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,837 students in 06840, CT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06840, CT are West School, South School and East School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06840 have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 85% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06840, CT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06840, CT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
769 Ponus Ridge
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 594-4410
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 594-4410
Gr: PK-4 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
South School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
8 Farm Rd.
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 594-4313
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 594-4313
Gr: K-4 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
East School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
54 Little Brook Rd.
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 594-4219
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 594-4219
Gr: K-4 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #44.
Saxe Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
468 South Ave.
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 594-4564
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 594-4564
Gr: 5-8 | 1,261 student Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 06840, CT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06840, CT include West School, South School and East School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06840?
4 public elementary schools are located in 06840.
What is the racial composition of students in 06840?
06840 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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