Explore the safest school districts serving your area. Ranking based on student and parent ratings of health and safety, area crime rates, and rates for expulsion, suspension, and school related arrests. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.
Alum: Absolutely the best high school in the area. The atmosphere on the campus can't be recreated in any other way. The teachers, staff and administration in the building walk through the doors everyday with a positive attitude, willing to whatever is necessary to see the students succeed. The students at Amity are hard working, respectful, well-rounded students. The majority of students participate in various combinations of clubs, organizations, sports teams, as well as do well in the class room. Amity Regional High School could not do a better job setting students up for success. The young adults that leave Amity go off to do bigger and better things because of the strong foundation they have set.Read 31 Reviews
Sophomore: I love New Canaan High School as I feel that the learning environment is very positive. Our facilities are amazing, such as the new study rooms that were installed in the library. I love to eat in the cafeteria while listening to music with my friends as well. Sometimes I feel as though the teachers are unreasonable in the amount of homework assigned in some of the higher level courses. The workload is extremely overwhelming at times. But, other than that I feel many of the teachers in the building truly do love what they do and they try to make the school a great place every day.Read 6 Reviews
Alum: So proud to be a product of the Westport Public School District! They helped me adjust after moving from another country's education system. I have participated in clubs, academics and athletics. This school district helped to shape who I am now and I will forever be grateful.Read 9 Reviews
Parent: Our son is currently in the 2nd grade. He has been at the school for two years, and it has been a wonderful experience. The enthusiasm of the teachers, who are truly experts in the subjects they teach, is infectious. They consistently set high standards for all students at every stage of their academic career. This is a school that prioritizes academics and the students themselves; it is targeted to students with intellectual curiosity and a strong work ethic. We are very happy here!Read 9 Reviews
Senior: I’ve been going to Waterford schools for all my life. I’ve never really had any problems with Waterford. All the people in the community are nice people. I’ve always had the help I needed provided to me by the wonderful teachers I’ve had over the past 13 years. There is many sports available and different clubs provided to us. I am involved in a couple different clubs and I’ve had the best experience with them. I wouldn’t change my school district if I had the chance because of how great Waterford has been to me!Read 22 Reviews
Junior: Growing up in Madison, I had the privilege to go to a public school full of very motivated and bright peers. This created a highly competitive atmosphere, even when I was young and in middle school. I always enjoyed attending school, which I have come to realize is not the case for a large number of the population that are my age and younger than me. Although I am so thankful for my educational experience and would not want to change most aspects of it, sometimes I wished that our school allowed us to be more creative and explore what we were passionate about instead of focusing so much on academics. I feel as though I started thinking about college and using that to motivate me from such a young age when what I should have cared about was having fun while I had little to no responsibilities.Read 5 Reviews
Senior: Wilton High School is extremely precollege oriented, and the academics are difficult, but manageable. The sports teams can be good, but many of the coaches are outdated and don't know what they are doing. The arts department have good resources. The school itself is very old and needs to be redone. There are parts that haven't been touched since the 70's. One good thing about the teachers are that they are always available and are easy to contact. The majority of them care about your success and future beyond high school.Read 12 Reviews
Alum: I loved Glastonbury High School! and the lower levels were only a little less perfect. Although there will always be bad teachers in the system, there are always some willing to help and offer success. The resources in the public school district are vast, and more extensive than most private high schools. The sports are well-funded, and there has never been a year in which we have not won a state championship in some sport. The music department is well-funded and represented, and a great source of pride for the quality of ensembles, derived by a combination of great instructors and talented and determined musicians. Academically tough, but success is possible and there is little of a competitive atmosphere. Read 16 Reviews
Senior: The Ridgefield School District provides excellent academic opportunities for students. The majority of the teachers are knowledgeable and passionate about their subjects and technology is easily accessible. Although it is easy for students to take advantage of the benefits the district has to offer, it promotes little diversity and school culture is not always at a high. At times, though, certain events bring the district together and companionship and community is especially noteworthy.Read 26 Reviews
Alum: Excellent schools! They really go above and beyond to help their students. There are so many options for kids who struggle with school, they really want to make sure you graduate.Read 33 Reviews
Senior: Newtown has some of the best academics and college preparations possible. There are entire semester long classes devoted each year to preparing students for the next several years of their education. The school has an excellent culture, especially with successful sports teams. I know of several friends who have said their parents moved here because the schools were better than in other nearby towns. I have been satisfied with nearly all of my teachers, and never felt like I was left behind. In general, the school is very well equipped and has good facilities. The lone exception here would be the somewhat revolting cafeteria food, but that is not a problem for me because I bring my lunch from home. I honestly do not know why other people don't do that as well, because I hear them complain about it almost every day. I feel ready for college and am confident I am in a good position to succeed.Read 26 Reviews
Alum: Weston High School has a great community and amazing cafe food. Some teachers were awful, while others were inspiring. The guidance office was super helpful, apart from the front desk lady who was horrible. Most sports and activities were very inclusive and most students participate in community or school related functions.Read 9 Reviews
Junior: Simsbury High School is an excellent public high school with a rigorous academic program and an extremely high level of education. Students are pushed to their greatest academic potential. Though students receive exorbitantly large amounts of homework for their classes, it is helping them to prepare for college. Simsbury is a very clean and safe school with great resources for their students, and I feel very blessed to live in a town that can provide me with such a great quality education.Read 8 Reviews
Parent: My kids go to John Lyman and one at CRHS. Lyman is a HOT school with ID program: very arts and music oriented. Talented, passionate, down to earth teachers, many live in town. Many special instructors for individual help in specific areas for kids in regular classes. The best school you could ever send your kids to on a public school budget!CRHS sends off many students to very good colleges. Safe area, school is near historic Main St. The food served in the cafeteria is reportedly best in state. No spoiled snobs here, mix of middle class/working class. Technical school and parochial schools nearby.Read 9 Reviews
Parent: Fantastic school! We are paying tuition to come here asan out of district family and could not feel more grateful that this region opened their doors to families outside the region. The administration/ support staff is professional and helpful- the teachers are amazing. My kids are learning much more than they were in our previous district. You would think this is a private school by the way it is run and the quality of the education. Could not be happier with our decision to attend Shepaug .Read 1 Review
Alum: Darien High School prepared me very well for my success in college. The academics were tough at the time, however the education I received made my college experience much easier. The athletics was very competitive, but also well known throughout the country. Overall, I had a great experience at DHS and I am so proud to be a wave alum.Read 10 Reviews
Alum: Having attended East Lyme schools throughout my entire life, I can confidently say that I graduated with an exceptional well-rounded foundation for college and beyond. From elementary school throughout my senior year, we were offered a liberal and diverse curriculum including core subjects, music, athletics, and woodworking, while always encouraged to strive for academic excellence. The teachers and staff are extremely supportive and more than accommodating with individual needs. East Lyme's school system offers a wide variety of extra curricular activities and sports that enforce positive values and create lifelong friendships. I am lucky to have attended and would recommend to any family looking for a similar experience for their children!Read 14 Reviews
Senior: Attending the Farmington High School has been a good experience! the teachers here are very professional and smart. They can definitely help you with whatever question you have. The school also prepare you for college. And the administration and all students are really nice. I never felt any discrimination happening towards any groups major or minor.Read 17 Reviews
Parent: We love Monroe schools. The instruction and curriculum are rigorous but still allow opportunities for creativity and celebration of the seasons and holidays. So many schools feel so sterile and Monroe schools are so student centered. The staff is warm and supportive. As a parent of one child in special education and one who is excellerated I have experienced both ends of the spectrum in the schools and couldn't be happier. The special education program even in the preschool level is top notch!Read 6 Reviews
Alum: I was enrolled in the West Hartford Public Schools my entire school career, starting off at Florence E. Smith STEM School and received an intensive, quality and interactive education that I will never forget. I moved up to King Phillip Middle School and thoroughly enjoyed my time. I ended my career at William H. Hall High School where I received knowledge needed for out-of-school success and college preparatory classes that challenged me and my mind to think deeper and beyond the known. WHPS is a district that is once in a lifetime and is a district I can recommend forever! You won't regret it!Read 20 Reviews
Junior: I have had a fantastic experience with TPS. I attended Tashua Elementary, Madison Middle, and now Trumbull High schools. Most teachers are well- (and often, over-) qualified for their positions, although I have had a few who were not the best. Trumbull Public Schools offers its students state-of-the-art facilities and resources superior to many other Fairfield County and Connecticut districts.Read 27 Reviews
Senior: Overall, I like district 4 very much-- however, the general school environment, especially at John Winthrop Middle School and Valley Regional High School is poor due to excessive levels of bullying. This effects the overall quality of the experiences of students at school in a negative way, and this extends to outside areas.Read 1 Review
Senior: Bethel High School (BHS) has made me a successful high school student. My counselor has helped me explore my interests by choosing challenging courses (honors and AP), encouraged me to be involved in clubs and sports offered by BHS, and help me through the college admissions process. The school offers a Navy ROTC course that has beneficial to me by teaching leadership training, discipline and the importance of participating in community service activities. There are many clubs and competitive sports programs offered. In my case it was the Honors Society, Student Government, Foreign Language Society, Key Club and Media Club. I competed in soccer (4 years), swimming (1 year), Indoor track (3 years) and outdoor track (4 years).Read 9 Reviews
Sophomore: I really enjoy Guilford High School. My time there has been fun. I have enjoyed everything except the teachers. My freshman year, I didn’t like the majority of my teachers. In sophomore year, I like my teachers a lot more!Read 11 Reviews
Senior: Regional School District 16 has supported me over the many years that I have gone through their school system. Their motivational classroom settings and faculty has inspired me to apply for this scholarship. I think the schools are overlooked in such a small town but they are filled with kindhearted people that genuinely want to see us achieve great things. I remember every name of each teacher that helped me achieve my goals. The most memorable one that comes to mind is my swim coach Mr.Magas. I've known Mr.Magas since sixth grade, when I joined the swim team with high hopes. He encouraged me every practice not only to do my best in the pool but equally knowing how important academics are.Read 3 Reviews
Senior: The school district as a whole is small in size, which makes the teacher to student interaction very close. Teachers know their students and will actively seek them out to talk not just about school, but about their personal lives and sports.Read 6 Reviews
Senior: I love the brotherhood shown at Notre Dame, everyone is very close and no one is excluded. The teachers and the school work may be hard, but if you go to th teachers, they will do everything and anything they can to help better you for the next level. If anything needs to change it is the food. Personally, I think one of the strongest aspects of Notre Dame is the English program. The English program is very tough, but the teachers are so good at explaining and influencing you to think outside of the box. I have had papers where i have been completely lost, but after asking questions and seeing the teacher after class, everything was clear as day and the paper was a much easier to write.Read 87 Reviews
Senior: Sacred Heart Academy is an excellent Catholic School. It is a college prep school, it prepares us for college and beyond. The teachers and staff are very nice and helpful towards all of the students. Also, the school is welcoming to everyone of all races and religions. I have attended Sacred Heart all four years of my high school career and I am so grateful to have attended here. The school has strong morals that push all the girls to be the best they can and to be excelsior woman. Many alums come back to the school and say that their freshman year of college was a breeze because they had already learned the skills to study from Sacred Heart. Sacred Heart Academy is a great school to consider!Read 162 Reviews