For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,119 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 33% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 06518, CT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06518, CT Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: K-6
| 305 students
Rank: #22.
Hamden Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2623 Dixwell Ave.
Hamden, CT 06518
(203) 407-3140
Hamden, CT 06518
(203) 407-3140
Grades: 7-8
| 814 students
06518, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
35 Hillfield Rd.
Hamden, CT 06518
(203) 407-2010
Hamden, CT 06518
(203) 407-2010
Grades: PK-5
| 137 students
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 72% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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