Best Schools in Rocky Hill, Connecticut
6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Rocky Hill?
Use this page to compare every school in Rocky Hill by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Albert D. Griswold Middle School
Middle · Rocky Hill School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Rocky Hill High School
High · Rocky Hill School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Moser School
Elementary · Rocky Hill School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Rocky Hill for 2026 are Albert D. Griswold Middle School (7.9/10), Rocky Hill High School (6.8/10), and Moser School (6.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
6
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$329,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$329,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +1.6 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Rocky Hill schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Rocky Hill
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 rated schools; 6 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Albert D. Griswold Middle School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Rocky Hill High School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Moser School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 4 | West Hill School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Academy of Aerospace and Engineering Elementary | 4.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Myrtle H. Stevens School | 4.4 / 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
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $100,122
- Median home value
- $329,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 49%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
17% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Rocky Hill compares
Connecticut rank
#92 of 128
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Connecticut avg (6.4)
Median household income
$100k
91% of Connecticut median
Schools in this city
6
Rocky Hill School District runs 83% of Rocky Hill's public schools
Rocky Hill touches 2 districts, but Rocky Hill School District is the one most addresses actually attend.
Rocky Hill School District accounts for 5 of 6 public schools (83%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 6 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.4 to 7.9 — the spread is inside Rocky Hill, not a citywide average.
- Rocky Hill School District5 public · 83%
- Capitol Region Education Council1 public · 17%
About Schools in Rocky Hill, Connecticut
Rocky Hill, Connecticut is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Rocky Hill 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 Rocky Hill is Albert D. Griswold Middle School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Rocky Hill is served by 2 school districts: Capitol Region Education Council, Rocky Hill School District. These districts collectively serve 11,446 students.
Rocky Hill's community shows 49% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $100,122. The poverty rate in the area is 3.9%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 382 students · 4th–5th | 6.8 |
| 2 | 400 students · Pre-K–3rd | 5.4 |
| 3 | 582 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.6 |
| 4 | 401 students · Pre-K–3rd | 4.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 614 students · 6th–8th | 7.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 717 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
Schools in Rocky Hill
Rocky Hill, Connecticut · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$100,122
Median Home Value
$329,500
Median Rent
$1,705/mo
Population
20,716
College Educated
49%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Community Profile
Rocky Hill has a median household income of $100,122. It is a well-educated community where 49% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $329,500, with a median rent of $1,705/month. The local poverty rate of 3.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Connecticut
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Rocky Hill, Connecticut
How many schools are in Rocky Hill, Connecticut?
Rocky Hill has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Rocky Hill, Connecticut?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rocky Hill is 6.0 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 Rocky Hill, Connecticut?
The top-ranked school in Rocky Hill on MySchoolScout is Albert D. Griswold Middle School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Rocky Hill, Connecticut?
The top-ranked elementary school in Rocky Hill on MySchoolScout is Moser School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Rocky Hill, Connecticut?
The top-ranked middle school in Rocky Hill on MySchoolScout is Albert D. Griswold Middle School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best high school in Rocky Hill, Connecticut?
The top-ranked high school in Rocky Hill on MySchoolScout is Rocky Hill High School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Rocky Hill, Connecticut?
Rocky Hill is served by 2 school districts: Capitol Region Education Council, Rocky Hill School District.
What is the education level in Rocky Hill, Connecticut?
According to Census data, 49% of adults in Rocky Hill have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Rocky Hill, Connecticut?
The median household income in Rocky Hill is approximately $100,122 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Rocky Hill, Connecticut?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rocky Hill is 12.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rocky Hill, 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.