About Regional School District 15
Regional School District 15 is the public school district assigned to zip code 06488 in Regional, Connecticut. Serving students from Pre-K – 12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 06488. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, Regional School District 15 spends approximately $22,400 per student per year, placing it near the Connecticut state average of approximately $22,000 and well above the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Districts at this funding level typically offer smaller class sizes, broader elective and extracurricular programs, stronger technology infrastructure, and more competitive teacher salaries. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At multiple schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Regional School District 15 qualifies as a district of unknown size serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Regional School District 15 to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 9/10 Rating
With a rating of 9/10 (top-tier), Regional School District 15 ranks among Connecticut’s top-tier-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Connecticut is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Regional School District 15 ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Connecticut on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 06488 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 06488
Children in zip code 06488 are assigned to Regional School District 15 for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 06488, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Regional School District 15 at (203)758-8258 or visit www.region15.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Connecticut districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Regional
For families considering a purchase in the Regional area, district assignment matters financially. Because Regional School District 15 serves zip code 06488, homes in and around zip code 06488 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Connecticut, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Regional School District 15 programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 06488.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Regional School District 15 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 06488 data.