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Best Schools in North Grosvenordale, Connecticut

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.7/10
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Choosing a school in North Grosvenordale?

Use this page to compare every school in North Grosvenordale by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Mary R. Fisher Elementary School

8.7/10

Elementary · Thompson School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.

Thompson Middle School

7.0/10

Middle · Thompson School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.

Tourtellotte Memorial High School

4.5/10

High · Thompson School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in North Grosvenordale for 2026 are Mary R. Fisher Elementary School (8.7/10), Thompson Middle School (7.0/10), and Tourtellotte Memorial High School (4.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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

3

in this city

Avg Score

6.7

out of 10

Median Home

$298,100

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Thompson Middle School

STAAR proficiency rose +6.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among North Grosvenordale schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in North Grosvenordale

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 rated schools; 3 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#SchoolRating
1Mary R. Fisher Elementary School8.7 / 10
2Thompson Middle School7.0 / 10
3Tourtellotte Memorial High School4.5 / 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
6.7/10

67% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$90,651

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$298,100

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
29%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
27 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
75%

Of occupied housing units

How North Grosvenordale compares

Connecticut rank

#55 of 128

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.3

above Connecticut avg (6.4)

Median household income

$91k

83% of Connecticut median

Schools in this city

3

Thompson School District runs North Grosvenordale's public schools

3 public schools. Thompson School District is the only district on the page.

Every assigned public school in North Grosvenordale is a Thompson School District school (3 of 3).

Among 3 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.5 to 8.7 — the spread is inside North Grosvenordale, not a citywide average.

About Schools in North Grosvenordale, Connecticut

North Grosvenordale, Connecticut is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in North Grosvenordale 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 North Grosvenordale is Mary R. Fisher Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

North Grosvenordale is served by 1 school district: Thompson School District. These districts collectively serve 885 students.

North Grosvenordale's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $90,651. The poverty rate in the area is 6.6%.

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.

Filter by ZIP:06255(3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
#SchoolRating
1381 students · Pre-K–4th8.7

Middle Schools

1 school
#SchoolRating
1270 students · 5th–8th7.0

High Schools

1 school
#SchoolRating
1215 students · 9th–12th4.5

Schools in North Grosvenordale

North Grosvenordale, Connecticut · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$90,651

Median Home Value

$298,100

Median Rent

$877/mo

Population

4,442

College Educated

29%

Homeownership

75%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Community Profile

North Grosvenordale has a median household income of $90,651. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $298,100, with a median rent of $877/month. The local poverty rate of 6.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

Elementary
1
Middle
1
High
1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in North Grosvenordale, Connecticut

How many schools are in North Grosvenordale, Connecticut?

North Grosvenordale has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in North Grosvenordale, Connecticut?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in North Grosvenordale is 6.7 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 North Grosvenordale, Connecticut?

The top-ranked school in North Grosvenordale on MySchoolScout is Mary R. Fisher Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best elementary school in North Grosvenordale, Connecticut?

The top-ranked elementary school in North Grosvenordale on MySchoolScout is Mary R. Fisher Elementary School with a composite score of 8.7/10.

What is the best middle school in North Grosvenordale, Connecticut?

The top-ranked middle school in North Grosvenordale on MySchoolScout is Thompson Middle School with a composite score of 7.0/10.

What is the best high school in North Grosvenordale, Connecticut?

The top-ranked high school in North Grosvenordale on MySchoolScout is Tourtellotte Memorial High School with a composite score of 4.5/10.

How many school districts serve North Grosvenordale, Connecticut?

North Grosvenordale is served by 1 school district: Thompson School District.

What is the education level in North Grosvenordale, Connecticut?

According to Census data, 29% of adults in North Grosvenordale have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in North Grosvenordale, Connecticut?

The median household income in North Grosvenordale is approximately $90,651 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in North Grosvenordale, Connecticut?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in North Grosvenordale is 11.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in North Grosvenordale, 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.