For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 353 students in 06896, CT.
The top ranked public middle school in 06896, CT is John Read Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 06896 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Connecticut public middle school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 06896, CT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Connecticut public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06896, CT Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John Read Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
486 Redding Road
Redding, CT 06896
(203) 938-2533
Redding, CT 06896
(203) 938-2533
Grades: 5-8
| 353 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 06896, CT?
The top ranked public middle schools in 06896, CT include John Read Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 06896?
1 public middle schools are located in 06896.
What is the racial composition of students in 06896?
06896 public middle schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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