Best Schools in Glastonbury, Connecticut
8 schools · 5 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Glastonbury by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Gideon Welles School
Middle · Glastonbury School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Smith Middle School
Middle · Glastonbury School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Glastonbury High School
High · Glastonbury School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Glastonbury for 2026 are Gideon Welles School (8.1/10), Smith Middle School (7.9/10), and Glastonbury High School (7.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
8
7 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$399,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
8
7 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$399,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +5.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Glastonbury schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Glastonbury
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 rated schools; 8 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gideon Welles School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Smith Middle School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Glastonbury High School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Naubuc School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Hebron Avenue School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Buttonball Lane School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Glastonbury/east Hartford Magnet School | 4.0 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $144,394
- Median home value
- $399,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 68%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
43% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Glastonbury compares
Connecticut rank
#62 of 128
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Connecticut avg (6.4)
Median household income
$144k
132% of Connecticut median
Schools in this city
7
Glastonbury School District runs 86% of Glastonbury's public schools
Glastonbury touches 2 districts, but Glastonbury School District is the one most addresses actually attend.
Glastonbury School District accounts for 6 of 7 public schools (86%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 7 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.0 to 8.1 — the spread is inside Glastonbury, not a citywide average.
- Glastonbury School District6 public · 86%
- Capitol Region Education Council1 public · 14%
About Schools in Glastonbury, Connecticut
Glastonbury, Connecticut is home to 8 schools, including 7 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Glastonbury show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Glastonbury is Gideon Welles School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Glastonbury is served by 2 school districts: Capitol Region Education Council, Glastonbury School District. These districts collectively serve 14,590 students.
Glastonbury's community shows 68% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $144,394. The poverty rate in the area is 3.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 349 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.7 | ||
| 2 | 463 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.3 | ||
| 3 | 452 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.7 | ||
| 4 | 460 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.0 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Kindercare Learning CenterPrivate 17 students · Kindergarten–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 605 students · 5th–6th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 841 students · 6th–8th | 7.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,780 students · 9th–12th | 7.7 |
Schools in Glastonbury
Glastonbury, Connecticut · 8 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$144,394
Median Home Value
$399,500
Median Rent
$1,656/mo
Population
29,311
College Educated
68%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Community Profile
Glastonbury has a median household income of $144,394. It is a well-educated community where 68% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $399,500, with a median rent of $1,656/month. The local poverty rate of 3.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Connecticut
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Glastonbury, Connecticut
How many schools are in Glastonbury, Connecticut?
Glastonbury has 8 schools, including 7 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Glastonbury, Connecticut?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Glastonbury is 6.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Glastonbury, Connecticut?
The top-ranked school in Glastonbury on MySchoolScout is Gideon Welles School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Glastonbury, Connecticut?
The top-ranked elementary school in Glastonbury on MySchoolScout is Naubuc School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Glastonbury, Connecticut?
The top-ranked middle school in Glastonbury on MySchoolScout is Gideon Welles School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best high school in Glastonbury, Connecticut?
The top-ranked high school in Glastonbury on MySchoolScout is Glastonbury High School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Glastonbury, Connecticut?
Glastonbury is served by 2 school districts: Capitol Region Education Council, Glastonbury School District.
What is the education level in Glastonbury, Connecticut?
According to Census data, 68% of adults in Glastonbury have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Glastonbury, Connecticut?
The median household income in Glastonbury is approximately $144,394 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Glastonbury, Connecticut?
Yes, Glastonbury has 1 private school alongside 7 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Glastonbury, Connecticut?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Glastonbury is 12.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Glastonbury, Connecticut?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Connecticut Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.