Three Region 15 Elementary Schools Rank Among Connecticut's Best

Three Region 15 elementary schools were ranked among the top 100 public elementary schools in Connecticut, based on new rankings of the best schools in the state from Niche.com, a site that offers rankings on schools, neighborhoods and more.

Here’s how the schools placed.

• Long Meadow Elementary School — No. 64
• Middlebury Elementary School — No. 93
• Gainfield Elementary School — No. 98

According to Niche, a high ranking indicates that “students are happy with their experiences in all aspects, especially academics, teachers, and diversity,” “the school is an exceptional academic institution in terms of teachers, students, resources for learning, and student outcomes,” and “the school is made up of a diverse population and fosters an accepting, positive school culture.”

The study ranked 40,403 elementary schools across the nation. Read here for a full methodology.

The Connecticut list can be found here: “Best Public Elementary Schools in Connecticut.” You can also search for schools that fall outside the top 100.

Long Meadow Elementary School, Middlebury, CT

Long Meadow Elementary School is a public school in Middlebury. It has 603 students in grades PK and K-5. According to state standards, 97% of students at this school are considered proficient in math and/or reading.

Middlebury Elementary School, Middlebury, CT

Middlebury Elementary School is a public school in Middlebury. It has 461 students in grades K-5. According to state standards, 94% of students at this school are considered proficient in math and/or reading.

Gainfield Elementary School, Southbury, CT

Gainfield Elementary School is a public school in Southbury. It has 424 students in grades K-5. According to state standards, 94% of students at this school are considered proficient in math and/or reading.