How Are the Schools in Greenwich CT?

Greenwich Public Schools Overview

Schools are a major factor for families considering Greenwich. The Greenwich Public Schools district is one of the largest and most well-funded in Connecticut, supported by the town's $14 billion+ grand list.

Here's how the system is structured.

District Structure

The Greenwich school system is organized into three tiers:

• 11 elementary schools (K-5), each serving a distinct neighborhood
• 3 middle schools (6-8): Eastern, Central, and Western
• 1 high school (9-12): Greenwich High School

This structure means your neighborhood determines your elementary and middle school, but all students come together at Greenwich High School.

Elementary Schools by Neighborhood

| School | Neighborhood | |---|---| | Old Greenwich School | Old Greenwich | | Riverside School | Riverside | | Cos Cob School | Cos Cob | | North Street School | Back Country | | Julian Curtiss School | Belle Haven / South of Post Road | | New Lebanon School | Byram | | North Mianus School | Mid-Country | | Hamilton Avenue School | Downtown | | Glenville School | Chickahominy / Pemberwick | | International School at Dundee | Central Greenwich | | Parkway School | Central Greenwich |

Each elementary school has its own character and community. Riverside School has been designated a National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education.

Middle Schools

• Eastern Middle School — Serves Old Greenwich and Riverside
• Central Middle School — Serves Cos Cob, Downtown, Mid-Country, Belle Haven
• Western Middle School — Serves Back Country, Byram, Chickahominy/Pemberwick

Greenwich High School

Greenwich High School serves all Greenwich students in grades 9-12:

• 2,700+ students in one comprehensive campus
• 87% college enrollment rate
• AP and IB programs
• Athletics, arts, and extracurricular programs

Per-pupil spending in Greenwich is among the highest in the state, funded by the town's $14 billion+ grand list.

Private School Options

Greenwich also has a number of private school options:

• Greenwich Academy — Girls, K-12
• Brunswick School — Boys, Pre-K-12
• Greenwich Country Day School — Co-ed, Pre-K-9
• Sacred Heart Greenwich — Girls, Pre-K-12
• Whitby School — Montessori, 18 months-8th grade
• Stanwich School — Co-ed, Pre-K-12
• Eagle Hill School — Specializing in learning differences

Many families use the public schools through elementary or middle school and then evaluate private options for high school, or vice versa. Having both public and private options gives Greenwich families flexibility.

How Schools Factor Into Home Buying

When you buy a home in Greenwich, you're buying into a specific elementary school district. This is something I discuss with every family I work with:

• If a particular elementary school is important to you, it narrows your neighborhood search
• All neighborhoods share Greenwich High School, so the high school is a constant regardless of where you buy
• Some buyers prioritize school over other factors and work backward from there

We encourage all buyers to visit schools and research them directly. The Greenwich Public Schools website and GreatSchools.org are good starting points. I've helped families navigate this decision for over 40 years and I'm happy to connect you with the right resources.

Martha Z Jeffrey | Sotheby's International Realty | (203) 964-7800 | marthazjeffrey.com