For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 3,649 students in 06450, CT.
The top-ranked public preschools in 06450, CT are Thomas Hooker School, Israel Putnam School and Benjamin Franklin School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 06450 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Connecticut public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 06450, CT have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public preschool average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06450, CT Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Thomas Hooker School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
70 Overlook Rd.
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 237-8839
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 237-8839
Gr: PK-5 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Israel Putnam School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
133 Parker Ave.
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 237-8493
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 237-8493
Gr: PK-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Benjamin Franklin School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
426 West Main St.
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 235-7997
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 235-7997
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Hanover School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
208 Main St.
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 235-6359
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 235-6359
Gr: PK-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #55.
Nathan Hale School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
277 Atkins St. Ext.
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 237-7486
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 237-7486
Gr: PK-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
John Barry School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
124 Columbia St.
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 237-8831
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 237-8831
Gr: PK-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Casimir Pulaski School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Clearview Ave.
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 238-1273
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 238-1273
Gr: PK-5 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #88.
Roger Sherman School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
64 North Pearl St.
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 238-1286
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 238-1286
Gr: PK-5 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
06450, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Homebound (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
22 Liberty Street
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 630-4171
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 630-4171
Gr: 1-12 | 20 students Minority enrollment: 65%
1225 North Broad Street
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 630-4122
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 630-4122
Gr: 6-8 | 20 students Minority enrollment: 75%
883 Paddock Avenue
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 630-7850
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 630-7850
Gr: 9-12 | 40 students Minority enrollment: 85%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 06450, CT?
The top-ranked public preschools in 06450, CT include Thomas Hooker School, Israel Putnam School and Benjamin Franklin School.
How many public preschools are located in 06450?
8 public preschools are located in 06450.
What is the racial composition of students in 06450?
06450 public preschools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public preschools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).