New Canaan Public School District (NCPS) has been named one of the top school districts in the state of Connecticut by Niche, an online leader of school and college comparisons that provides in-depth profiles and rankings of schools across America.
NCPS, located in Fairfield County and 70 mins from NYC, is a Connecticut public school district that serves over 4,100 students across five different schools. Our average test ranking in the district is in the top 1% of public schools in CT and is supported by a diverse range of programs in the fields of academics, arts, and athletics.
According to this year's 2023 Niche ranking, NCPS is the #2 Best School District out of 129 schools in the State of Connecticut. Rankings are based on various academic and student life data from the U.S. Department of Education, including academics, administration, test scores, clubs, activities, athletics, and ratings from millions of Niche users. The district has also been named #2 for Districts with the Best Teachers in Connecticut and #2 for the Best Places to Teach in Connecticut.
NCPS continues to prioritize the needs of both students and teachers, and our commitment to the highest level of academic excellence is at the heart of what drives us. Congratulations to the faculty, staff members, students, and parents who helped us achieve these rankings! We are so proud of the accomplishment and look forward to setting new standards in the field of education.