For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,287 students in 06512, CT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06512, CT are Dominick H. Ferrara School, Carbone School/east Haven Academy and Grove J. Tuttle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06512 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06512, CT have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06512, CT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dominick H. Ferrara School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
22 Maynard Rd.
East Haven, CT 06512
(203) 468-3318
East Haven, CT 06512
(203) 468-3318
Gr: 3-5 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Carbone School/east Haven Academy
(Math: 31% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Tyler St.
East Haven, CT 06512
(203) 468-3219
East Haven, CT 06512
(203) 468-3219
Gr: 1-8 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Grove J. Tuttle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
108 Prospect St.
East Haven, CT 06512
(203) 468-3315
East Haven, CT 06512
(203) 468-3315
Gr: K-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #44.
Momauguin School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
99 Cosey Beach Rd.
East Haven, CT 06512
(203) 468-3321
East Haven, CT 06512
(203) 468-3321
Gr: K-5 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #55.
Joseph Melillo Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
67 Hudson St.
East Haven, CT 06512
(203) 468-3227
East Haven, CT 06512
(203) 468-3227
Gr: 6-8 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #66.
Nathan Hale School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
480 Townsend Ave.
East Haven, CT 06512
(475) 220-4200
East Haven, CT 06512
(475) 220-4200
Gr: PK-8 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
311 Foxon Rd.
East Haven, CT 06512
(203) 468-3324
East Haven, CT 06512
(203) 468-3324
Gr: PK-2 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 06512, CT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06512, CT include Dominick H. Ferrara School, Carbone School/east Haven Academy and Grove J. Tuttle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06512?
7 public elementary schools are located in 06512.
What is the racial composition of students in 06512?
06512 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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