For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,061 students in 06385, CT.
The top-ranked public preschools in 06385, CT are Great Neck Elementary School and Oswegatchie Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 06385 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Connecticut public pre school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 06385, CT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Connecticut public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public preschool average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06385, CT Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Great Neck Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
165 Great Neck Rd.
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 442-2593
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 442-2593
Gr: PK-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Oswegatchie Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
470 Boston Post Rd.
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 442-4331
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 442-4331
Gr: PK-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: n/an/a
The Friendship School
Magnet School
24 Rope Ferry Rd.
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 447-4049
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 447-4049
Gr: PK | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 06385, CT?
The top-ranked public preschools in 06385, CT include Great Neck Elementary School and Oswegatchie Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 06385?
3 public preschools are located in 06385.
What is the racial composition of students in 06385?
06385 public preschools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public preschools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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