For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 814 students in 06518, CT.
The top-ranked public middle school in 06518, CT is Hamden Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 06518 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Connecticut public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 06518, CT have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06518, CT Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamden Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2623 Dixwell Ave.
Hamden, CT 06518
(203) 407-3140
Hamden, CT 06518
(203) 407-3140
Gr: 7-8 | 814 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
06518, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
35 Hillfield Rd.
Hamden, CT 06518
(203) 407-2010
Hamden, CT 06518
(203) 407-2010
Gr: PK-5 | 137 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 06518, CT?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 06518, CT include Hamden Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 06518?
1 public middle schools are located in 06518.
What is the racial composition of students in 06518?
06518 public middle schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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