Best Schools in Westport, Connecticut
12 schools · 7 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Westport?
Use this page to compare every school in Westport by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Coleytown Middle School
Middle · Westport School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Bedford Middle School
Middle · Westport School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Saugatuck Elementary School
Elementary · Westport School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Westport for 2026 are Coleytown Middle School (9.5/10), Bedford Middle School (9.1/10), and Saugatuck Elementary School (8.6/10), 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
12
8 public · 4 private
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$1,244,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
12
8 public · 4 private
Avg Score
8.2
out of 10
Median Home
$1,244,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +3.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Westport schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Westport
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 rated schools; 12 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coleytown Middle School | 9.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Bedford Middle School | 9.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Saugatuck Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Long Lots School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Staples High School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 6 | King's Highway Elementary School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Coleytown Elementary School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Green's Farms School | 6.3 / 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
- 8.2/10
- Median household income
- $250,001
- Median home value
- $1,244,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 78%
- Avg commute
- 41 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
78% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Westport compares
Connecticut rank
#6 of 128
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.7
above Connecticut avg (6.4)
Median household income
$250k
228% of Connecticut median
Schools in this city
9
Westport School District runs Westport's public schools
8 public schools. Westport School District is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Westport is a Westport School District school (8 of 8).
Among 8 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 6.3 to 9.5 — the spread is inside Westport, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Westport, Connecticut
Westport, Connecticut runs a tight, high-performing public school system where consistency is the headline. All 8 ranked public schools score 7 or higher out of 10 — a 100% rate that few districts in the country can match — and the system averages 8.2 out of 10 across the board. Parents comparing options here are choosing between strong and stronger, not strong and weak.
At the top, Long Lots School and Staples High School each earn a 9.1 — the district's ceiling — placing them among the most competitive schools at their respective levels in Connecticut. Long Lots anchors the elementary tier with a score that ties the district's best, while Staples gives families a clear, high-performing destination for the secondary years. King's Highway Elementary School (8.9) sits just behind the leaders and gives families on the west side of town a comparable elementary option without sacrificing quality.
The middle school transition, a pressure point in many districts, holds up well in Westport. Coleytown Middle School scores 8.5, keeping the momentum between elementary and high school rather than dipping. Green's Farms School rounds out the elementary options at 8.0 — still well above the national average, and a score many suburban systems would consider their flagship. The 1.1-point spread between the top-ranked school and the lowest-ranked school in this dataset signals a remarkably even playing field across the district.
For parents making relocation decisions, the practical picture is straightforward: Westport's public schools remove most of the zip-code anxiety that drives families to specific streets in other towns. Any address in the district feeds into a system where every school exceeds a 7.0 threshold. The more relevant comparison here is not Westport school versus Westport school — it's Westport's system-wide floor against peer districts in Fairfield County. Families prioritizing academic performance at every grade level will find few public districts in Connecticut that match this combination of depth and consistency.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 398 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.6 | ||
| 2 | 562 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.5 | ||
| 3 | 463 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.9 | ||
| 4 | 486 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.4 | ||
| 5 | 454 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.3 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Landmark PreschoolPrivate 18 students · Kindergarten–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 24 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 486 students · 6th–8th | 9.5 |
| 2 | 747 students · 6th–8th | 9.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,626 students · 9th–12th | 8.5 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pierrepont SchoolPrivate 114 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated |
| 2 | Cajal Academy IncPrivate 11 students · 2nd–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Westport
Westport, Connecticut · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,244,200
Median Rent
$2,369/mo
Population
27,364
College Educated
78%
Homeownership
87%
Avg Commute
41 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Community Profile
Westport has a median household income of $250,001. It is a well-educated community where 78% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,244,200, with a median rent of $2,369/month. The local poverty rate of 3.6% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 41 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Connecticut
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
Resources
School District
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 Westport, Connecticut
How many schools are in Westport, Connecticut?
Westport has 12 schools, including 8 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Westport, Connecticut?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Westport is 8.2 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 Westport, Connecticut?
The top-ranked school in Westport on MySchoolScout is Coleytown Middle School with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Westport, Connecticut?
The top-ranked elementary school in Westport on MySchoolScout is Saugatuck Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Westport, Connecticut?
The top-ranked middle school in Westport on MySchoolScout is Coleytown Middle School with a composite score of 9.5/10.
What is the best high school in Westport, Connecticut?
The top-ranked high school in Westport on MySchoolScout is Staples High School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
How many school districts serve Westport, Connecticut?
Westport is served by 1 school district: Westport School District.
What is the education level in Westport, Connecticut?
According to Census data, 78% of adults in Westport have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Westport, Connecticut?
The median household income in Westport is approximately $250,001 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Westport, Connecticut?
Yes, Westport has 4 private schools alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Pierrepont School with a score of 8.7/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Westport, Connecticut?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Westport is 8.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Westport, 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.