For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 418 students in 06417, CT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06417, CT are Deep River Elementary School and John Winthrop Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06417 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06417, CT have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06417, CT Public Elementary 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.
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
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 06417, CT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06417, CT include Deep River Elementary School and John Winthrop Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06417?
2 public elementary schools are located in 06417.
What is the racial composition of students in 06417?
06417 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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