For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 419 students in Middlefield, CT (there are 2 private schools, serving 186 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in Middlefield, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in Middlefield, CT are John Lyman School and Middlefield Memorial School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Middlefield, CT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Middlefield have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Middlefield, CT (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John Lyman School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
106 Way Rd.
Middlefield, CT 06455
(860) 349-7240
Middlefield, CT 06455
(860) 349-7240
Grades: PK-4
| 174 students
Rank: #22.
Middlefield Memorial School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
124 Hubbard St.
Middlefield, CT 06455
(860) 349-7235
Middlefield, CT 06455
(860) 349-7235
Grades: 3-5
| 245 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Middlefield, CT?
The top ranked public schools in Middlefield, CT include John Lyman School and Middlefield Memorial School.
How many public schools are located in Middlefield?
2 public schools are located in Middlefield.
What percentage of students in Middlefield go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in Middlefield are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Middlefield?
Middlefield public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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