For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,151 students in 06519, CT (there are 2 private schools, serving 76 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 06519, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in 06519, CT are Sound School, Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School and John C. Daniels. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06519 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06519, CT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06519, CT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sound School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
60 South Water St.
New Haven, CT 06519
(475) 220-2300
New Haven, CT 06519
(475) 220-2300
Gr: 9-12 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #22.
Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
150 Kimberly Ave.
New Haven, CT 06519
(475) 220-5300
New Haven, CT 06519
(475) 220-5300
Gr: 5-8 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
John C. Daniels
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
569 Congress Ave.
New Haven, CT 06519
(475) 220-3600
New Haven, CT 06519
(475) 220-3600
Gr: PK-8 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Hill Regional Career High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
140 Legion Ave.
New Haven, CT 06519
(475) 220-5000
New Haven, CT 06519
(475) 220-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Truman School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
114 Truman St.
New Haven, CT 06519
(475) 220-2100
New Haven, CT 06519
(475) 220-2100
Gr: PK-8 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
Hill Central Music Academy
(Math: 3% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
140 Dewitt St.
New Haven, CT 06519
(475) 220-6100
New Haven, CT 06519
(475) 220-6100
Gr: PK-8 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #77.
Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy For Global Awareness
(Math: 2% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
360 Columbus Avenue
New Haven, CT 06519
(475) 220-7600
New Haven, CT 06519
(475) 220-7600
Gr: K-8 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 06519, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06519, CT include Sound School, Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School and John C. Daniels.
How many public schools are located in 06519?
7 public schools are located in 06519.
What percentage of students in 06519 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 06519 are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in 06519?
06519 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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