For the 2026 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 36%), 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 5-8 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
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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