Best Schools in Wethersfield, Connecticut
10 schools · 8 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Wethersfield by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Alfred W. Hanmer School
Elementary · Wethersfield School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Samuel B. Webb Elementary School
Elementary · Wethersfield School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Highcrest School
Elementary · Wethersfield School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Wethersfield for 2026 are Alfred W. Hanmer School (8.3/10), Samuel B. Webb Elementary School (6.6/10), and Highcrest School (6.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 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
8 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$300,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
10
8 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$300,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 8.3/10 despite 35% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.3 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 Wethersfield schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Wethersfield
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alfred W. Hanmer School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Samuel B. Webb Elementary School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Highcrest School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Charles Wright School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Wethersfield High School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Corpus Christi School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Silas Deane Middle School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Emerson-williams School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 9 | Discovery Academy | 4.6 / 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
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $118,523
- Median home value
- $300,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 55%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 82%
11% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Wethersfield compares
Connecticut rank
#89 of 130
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Connecticut avg (6.3)
Median household income
$119k
108% of Connecticut median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Wethersfield, Connecticut
Wethersfield, Connecticut is home to 10 schools, including 8 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Wethersfield 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 Wethersfield is Alfred W. Hanmer School with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Wethersfield is served by 2 school districts: Capitol Region Education Council, Wethersfield School District. These districts collectively serve 12,500 students.
Wethersfield's community shows 55% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $118,523. The poverty rate in the area is 5.8%.
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
8 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 308 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.3 | ||
| 2 | 333 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.6 | ||
| 3 | 462 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.4 | ||
| 4 | 265 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.2 | ||
| 5 | 432 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.1 | ||
| 6 | 522 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.6 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Corpus Christi School
Private
265 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.9 | ||
| 2 | 5 students · Pre-K–TK | — | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 572 students · 7th–8th | 5.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,126 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
Schools in Wethersfield
Wethersfield, Connecticut · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$118,523
Median Home Value
$300,500
Median Rent
$1,303/mo
Population
27,180
College Educated
55%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Community Profile
Wethersfield has a median household income of $118,523. It is a well-educated community where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $300,500, with a median rent of $1,303/month. The local poverty rate of 5.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Connecticut
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Wethersfield, Connecticut
How many schools are in Wethersfield, Connecticut?
Wethersfield has 10 schools, including 8 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Wethersfield, Connecticut?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wethersfield is 6.1 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 Wethersfield, Connecticut?
The top-ranked school in Wethersfield on MySchoolScout is Alfred W. Hanmer School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Wethersfield, Connecticut?
The top-ranked elementary school in Wethersfield on MySchoolScout is Alfred W. Hanmer School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Wethersfield, Connecticut?
The top-ranked middle school in Wethersfield on MySchoolScout is Silas Deane Middle School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best high school in Wethersfield, Connecticut?
The top-ranked high school in Wethersfield on MySchoolScout is Wethersfield High School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Wethersfield, Connecticut?
Wethersfield is served by 2 school districts: Capitol Region Education Council, Wethersfield School District.
What is the education level in Wethersfield, Connecticut?
According to Census data, 55% of adults in Wethersfield have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Wethersfield, Connecticut?
The median household income in Wethersfield is approximately $118,523 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Wethersfield, Connecticut?
Yes, Wethersfield has 2 private schools alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Corpus Christi School with a score of 5.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Wethersfield, Connecticut?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wethersfield is 12.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wethersfield, 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.