For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,162 students in 06518, CT.
The top-ranked public schools in 06518, CT are West Woods School and Hamden Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 06518 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06518, CT have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06518, CT Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Woods School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
350 West Todd St.
Hamden, CT 06518
(203) 407-2050
Hamden, CT 06518
(203) 407-2050
Gr: PK-6 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
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 | 845 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
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 schools in 06518, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in 06518, CT include West Woods School and Hamden Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 06518?
2 public schools are located in 06518.
What is the racial composition of students in 06518?
06518 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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