For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,412 students in 06519, CT.
The top-ranked public preschools in 06519, CT are John C. Daniels, Truman School and Hill Central Music Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 06519 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Connecticut public pre school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 06519, CT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public preschool average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06519, CT Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John C. Daniels
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
569 Congress Ave.
New Haven, CT 06519
(475) 220-3600
New Haven, CT 06519
(475) 220-3600
Gr: PK-8 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Truman School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
114 Truman St.
New Haven, CT 06519
(475) 220-2100
New Haven, CT 06519
(475) 220-2100
Gr: PK-8 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Hill Central Music Academy
(Math: 3% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
140 Dewitt St.
New Haven, CT 06519
(475) 220-6100
New Haven, CT 06519
(475) 220-6100
Gr: PK-8 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 06519, CT?
The top-ranked public preschools in 06519, CT include John C. Daniels, Truman School and Hill Central Music Academy.
How many public preschools are located in 06519?
3 public preschools are located in 06519.
What is the racial composition of students in 06519?
06519 public preschools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public preschools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
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