Best 06040 Connecticut Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,355 students in 06040, CT.
The top-ranked public high schools in 06040, CT are Manchester High School and Howell Cheney Technical High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 06040 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Connecticut public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 06040, CT have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 06040 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Connecticut average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Howell Cheney Technical High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Connecticut or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public high school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

Best 06040, CT Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Manchester High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
134 Middletpke E
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3530
Gr: 9-12 | 1,703 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Howell Cheney Technical High School
Vocational School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
791 West Middle Tpke.
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 649-5396
Gr: 9-12 | 652 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 50%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 06040, CT?
The top-ranked public high schools in 06040, CT include Manchester High School and Howell Cheney Technical High School.
How many public high schools are located in 06040?
2 public high schools are located in 06040.
What is the racial composition of students in 06040?
06040 public high schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public high schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).

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