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2 schools in Preston

Connecticut · Public K-12

Preston, Connecticut runs a public-school system of 2 campuses with combined enrollment around 425 (1 elementary and 1 middle).

7-year change in Preston

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
425
-17 (-4%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
82%
was 82%
% Hispanic
10%
was 8%
% Black
2%
was 3%
% Asian
2%
was 2%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Preston Plains SchoolMiddle06-08141
Preston Veterans' Memorial SchoolElementaryPK-05284

About Preston

Public education in Preston, Connecticut runs across 2 schools that serves roughly 425 students. By footprint, Preston sits in the thinly populated bracket.

On the school-mix side, the city spans 1 elementary, and 1 middle.

Average school size in Preston is around 213 students, 56% below the Connecticut average of about 489.

Looking at the last 7 years. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment contracted 4%: 442 students in SY 2017-18 versus 425 in SY 2024-25.

On this page, the community for Preston discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Preston, Connecticut?
There are 2 public K-12 schools in Preston, with a combined enrollment of about 425.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Preston?
Preston has 1 elementary, 1 middle public schools.
What is the largest public school in Preston?
Preston Veterans' Memorial School is the largest public school in Preston by enrollment, with approximately 284 students.
What school districts serve Preston?
Preston public schools are operated by Preston School District.
What grade levels do public schools in Preston cover?
Public schools in Preston serve students from pre-K through grade 8.