For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 793 students in 06878, CT.
The top-ranked public middle school in 06878, CT is Eastern Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 06878 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the Connecticut public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 06878, CT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Connecticut public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Connecticut public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06878, CT Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eastern Middle School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
51 Hendrie Ave.
Riverside, CT 06878
(203) 637-1744
Riverside, CT 06878
(203) 637-1744
Gr: 6-8 | 793 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
06878, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Greenwich Alternative High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
6 Riverside Avenue
Riverside, CT 06878
(203) 990-0439
Riverside, CT 06878
(203) 990-0439
Gr: 9-12 | 32 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 06878, CT?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 06878, CT include Eastern Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 06878?
1 public middle schools are located in 06878.
What is the racial composition of students in 06878?
06878 public middle schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Connecticut public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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