Best Public Schools in Zip Code 06053


Summary:

The 06053 zip code of New Britain, Connecticut is home to 8 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. While the schools in this area face challenges with low test scores and high rates of economic disadvantage, a few standout institutions stand out from the rest.

The Academy of Science and Innovation, a public magnet high school, is the highest-performing school in the data set. It ranks 104th out of 145 Connecticut high schools and is the only school in the area rated 1 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger. The school boasts strong test scores, with 44.4% of 11th graders proficient or better in SAT English Language Arts and 31% proficient or better in NGSS Science. In contrast, Holmes Elementary School stands out as the top-performing elementary school, with 35.1% of 4th graders proficient or better in SBAC English Language Arts and 28.9% proficient or better in SBAC Mathematics.

The data reveals that the schools in the 06053 zip code face significant challenges, with low test scores compared to state averages and high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating high levels of economic disadvantage. However, the data also suggests that factors such as higher spending per student and lower student-teacher ratios may be associated with better academic performance. The presence of the Academy of Science and Innovation, a public magnet school, highlights the potential benefits of school choice programs in providing educational opportunities for students in this area.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Connecticut Department of Education.

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