Best Schools in New Britain, Connecticut
17 schools · 9 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 3 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in New Britain by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lincoln Elementary School
Elementary · New Britain School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Northend Elementary School
Elementary · New Britain School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Vance Elementary School
Elementary · New Britain School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in New Britain for 2026 are Lincoln Elementary School (6.8/10), Northend Elementary School (6.7/10), and Vance Elementary School (6.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 14 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
17
14 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$231,150
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
17
14 public · 3 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$231,150
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 6.8/10 despite 76% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.1 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among New Britain schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +13.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among New Britain schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in New Britain
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 14 rated schools; 17 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Northend Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Vance Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Jefferson Elementary School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Chamberlain Elementary School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Smith Elementary School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Smalley Elementary School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 8 | House of Arts Letters and Science (hals) Academy | 5.4 / 10 |
| 9 | Diloreto Elementary & Middle School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Gaffney Elementary School | 5.1 / 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
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $73,393
- Median home value
- $231,150
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 55%
12% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How New Britain compares
Connecticut rank
#113 of 128
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Connecticut avg (6.4)
Median household income
$73k
67% of Connecticut median
Schools in this city
17
New Britain School District runs 86% of New Britain's public schools
New Britain touches 3 districts, but New Britain School District is the one most addresses actually attend.
New Britain School District accounts for 12 of 14 public schools (86%). The other 2 districts hold the remaining 2.
Among 14 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.4 to 6.8 — the spread is inside New Britain, not a citywide average.
- New Britain School District12 public · 86%
- Capitol Region Education Council1 public · 7%
- Connecticut Technical Education and Career System1 public · 7%
About Schools in New Britain, Connecticut
New Britain, Connecticut is home to 17 schools, including 14 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in New Britain 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 New Britain is Solterra Academy with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
New Britain is served by 3 school districts: Connecticut Technical Education and Career System, Capitol Region Education Council, New Britain School District. These districts collectively serve 30,010 students.
New Britain's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $73,393. The poverty rate in the area is 14.1%.
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
9 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 548 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.8 |
| 2 | 210 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.7 |
| 3 | 457 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.7 |
| 4 | 397 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.5 |
| 5 | 396 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.4 |
| 6 | 469 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.3 |
| 7 | 633 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.1 |
| 8 | 824 students · Kindergarten–8th | 5.1 |
| 9 | 429 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.1 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 136 students · 6th–8th | 5.4 |
| 2 | 872 students · 6th–8th | 3.9 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 740 students · 6th–12th | 4.8 |
| 2 | 657 students · 9th–12th | 4.3 |
| 3 | 2,398 students · 9th–12th | 3.4 |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Solterra AcademyPrivate 143 students · 1st–12th | Not Rated |
| 2 | Raymond Hill SchoolPrivate 87 students · 1st–12th | Not Rated |
| 3 | 113 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in New Britain
New Britain, Connecticut · 17 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 4 ZIP codes
Median Income
$73,393
Median Home Value
$231,150
Median Rent
$1,207/mo
Population
74,411
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
55%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
14.1%
Community Profile
New Britain has a median household income of $73,393. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $231,150, with a median rent of $1,207/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.1%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Connecticut
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 3
- Other
- 3
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in New Britain, Connecticut
How many schools are in New Britain, Connecticut?
New Britain has 17 schools, including 14 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in New Britain, Connecticut?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in New Britain is 5.6 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 New Britain, Connecticut?
The top-ranked school in New Britain on MySchoolScout is Lincoln Elementary School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in New Britain, Connecticut?
The top-ranked elementary school in New Britain on MySchoolScout is Lincoln Elementary School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best middle school in New Britain, Connecticut?
The top-ranked middle school in New Britain on MySchoolScout is House of Arts Letters and Science (hals) Academy with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best high school in New Britain, Connecticut?
The top-ranked high school in New Britain on MySchoolScout is Academy of Science and Innovation with a composite score of 4.8/10.
How many school districts serve New Britain, Connecticut?
New Britain is served by 3 school districts: Connecticut Technical Education and Career System, Capitol Region Education Council, New Britain School District.
What is the education level in New Britain, Connecticut?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in New Britain have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in New Britain, Connecticut?
The median household income in New Britain is approximately $73,393 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in New Britain, Connecticut?
Yes, New Britain has 3 private schools alongside 14 public schools. The top-rated private school is Solterra Academy with a score of 7.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in New Britain, Connecticut?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in New Britain is 18.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in New Britain, 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.