For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,518 students in 06840, CT.
The top ranked public middle schools in 06840, CT are Saxe Middle School and New Canaan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 06840 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Connecticut public middle school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 84% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 06840, CT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Connecticut public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06840, CT Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Saxe Middle School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
468 South Ave.
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 594-4564
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 594-4564
Grades: 5-8
| 1,261 students
Rank: #22.
New Canaan High School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11 Farm Rd.
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 594-4600
New Canaan, CT 06840
(203) 594-4600
Grades: 8-12
| 1,257 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 06840, CT?
The top ranked public middle schools in 06840, CT include Saxe Middle School and New Canaan High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 06840?
2 public middle schools are located in 06840.
What is the racial composition of students in 06840?
06840 public middle schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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