For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,742 students in 06117, CT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06117, CT are Bugbee School, Aiken School and Norfeldt School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 06117 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in 06117, CT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06117, CT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bugbee School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1943 Asylum Ave.
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 929-5500
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 929-5500
Gr: K-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Aiken School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
212 King Philip Dr.
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 233-6994
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 233-6994
Gr: PK-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Norfeldt School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
35 Barksdale Rd.
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 233-4421
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 233-4421
Gr: K-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #44.
Webster Hill School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
125 Webster Hill Blvd.
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 521-0320
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 521-0320
Gr: PK-5 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
King Philip Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 King Philip Dr.
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 233-8236
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 233-8236
Gr: 6-8 | 820 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #66.
University Of Hartford Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
196 Bloomfield Ave.
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 236-2899
West Hartford, CT 06117
(860) 236-2899
Gr: PK-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 06117, CT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 06117, CT include Bugbee School, Aiken School and Norfeldt School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 06117?
6 public elementary schools are located in 06117.
What is the racial composition of students in 06117?
06117 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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