Best Schools in Orange, Connecticut
10 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 3 Other
Choosing a school in Orange?
Use this page to compare every school in Orange by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Peck Place School
Elementary · Orange School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Turkey Hill School
Elementary · Orange School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Amity Middle School: Orange
Middle · Regional School District 05. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Orange for 2026 are Peck Place School (8.4/10), Turkey Hill School (8.4/10), and Amity Middle School: Orange (8.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
10
5 public · 5 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$466,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
10
5 public · 5 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$466,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Orange
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Peck Place School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Turkey Hill School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Amity Middle School: Orange | 8.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Milestones Behavioral Services | 7.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Race Brook School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Hope Academy | 7.0 / 10 |
| 7 | Bais Chana Academy High School for Girls | 5.5 / 10 |
| 8 | Southern Connecticut Hebrew Academy | 4.2 / 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
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $145,625
- Median home value
- $466,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 59%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Orange compares
Connecticut rank
#61 of 130
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above Connecticut avg (6.3)
Median household income
$146k
133% of Connecticut median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Orange, Connecticut
Orange, Connecticut is home to 10 schools, including 5 public schools and 5 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Orange show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Orange is Peck Place School with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Orange is served by 2 school districts: Orange School District, Regional School District 05. These districts collectively serve 3,393 students.
Orange's community shows 59% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $145,625. The poverty rate in the area is 3.1%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 366 students · 1st–6th | 8.4 | ||
| 2 | 306 students · 1st–6th | 8.4 | ||
| 3 | 383 students · 1st–6th | 7.3 | ||
| 4 | 226 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 5.1 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 135 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 359 students · 7th–8th | 8.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 31 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated |
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 92 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
| 2 | Hope AcademyPrivate 61 students · 3rd–12th | Not Rated |
| 3 | The Foundation School OrangePrivate 26 students · 1st–11th | Not Rated |
Schools in Orange
Orange, Connecticut · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$145,625
Median Home Value
$466,800
Median Rent
$2,016/mo
Population
14,251
College Educated
59%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Community Profile
Orange has a median household income of $145,625. It is a well-educated community where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $466,800, with a median rent of $2,016/month. The local poverty rate of 3.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Connecticut
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 3
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Connecticut
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Orange, Connecticut
How many schools are in Orange, Connecticut?
Orange has 10 schools, including 5 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Orange, Connecticut?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Orange is 6.9 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 Orange, Connecticut?
The top-ranked school in Orange on MySchoolScout is Peck Place School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Orange, Connecticut?
The top-ranked elementary school in Orange on MySchoolScout is Peck Place School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Orange, Connecticut?
The top-ranked middle school in Orange on MySchoolScout is Amity Middle School: Orange with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best high school in Orange, Connecticut?
The top-ranked high school in Orange on MySchoolScout is Bais Chana Academy High School for Girls with a composite score of 5.5/10.
How many school districts serve Orange, Connecticut?
Orange is served by 2 school districts: Orange School District, Regional School District 05.
What is the education level in Orange, Connecticut?
According to Census data, 59% of adults in Orange have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Orange, Connecticut?
The median household income in Orange is approximately $145,625 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Orange, Connecticut?
Yes, Orange has 5 private schools alongside 5 public schools. The top-rated private school is Milestones Behavioral Services with a score of 7.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Orange, Connecticut?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Orange is 19.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Orange, 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.