For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,493 students in 06516, CT.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 06516, CT are Engineering - Science University Magnet School and Harry M. Bailey Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 06516 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Connecticut public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 06516, CT have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public middle school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06516, CT Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Engineering - Science University Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 Boston Post Road
West Haven, CT 06516
(475) 220-6000
West Haven, CT 06516
(475) 220-6000
Gr: 6-12 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Harry M. Bailey Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
106 Morgan Ln.
West Haven, CT 06516
(203) 937-4380
West Haven, CT 06516
(203) 937-4380
Gr: 7-8 | 885 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 06516, CT?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 06516, CT include Engineering - Science University Magnet School and Harry M. Bailey Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 06516?
2 public middle schools are located in 06516.
What is the racial composition of students in 06516?
06516 public middle schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public middle schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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