Best Public Schools in Zip Code 06716

The 06716 zip code area is home to 5 schools in the Wolcott School District, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals that a few schools stand out, with Alcott School and Frisbie School consistently ranking among the top elementary schools in Connecticut, boasting 4-star ratings and strong academic performance.

Tyrrell Middle School also performs well, ranking in the top third of Connecticut middle schools and exceeding the district and state averages in ELA and Math proficiency across all grade levels. The district's high school, Wolcott High School, has a 4-year graduation rate of 88.4%, slightly above the state average.

However, the data also reveals some challenges, such as a high chronic absenteeism rate of 17.7% across all schools, which is an area the district may need to address. Additionally, there is variation in spending per student and student-teacher ratios across the schools, suggesting potential resource allocation challenges or differences in school needs that the district may need to examine to ensure equitable support for all students.