For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 486 students in Washington, CT (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,733 private students). 20% of all K-12 students in Washington, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public school in Washington, CT is Shepaug Valley School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Washington, CT public school have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Washington have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Washington, CT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shepaug Valley School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
159 South Street
Washington, CT 06793
(860) 868-7326
Washington, CT 06793
(860) 868-7326
Gr: 6-12 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Washington, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in Washington, CT include Shepaug Valley School.
How many public schools are located in Washington?
1 public schools are located in Washington.
What percentage of students in Washington go to public school?
20% of all K-12 students in Washington are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Washington?
Washington public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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