For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,076 students in 06118, CT.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 06118, CT are Sunset Ridge Middle School and Connecticut River Academy At Goodwin University. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 06118 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Connecticut public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 06118, CT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public middle school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06118, CT Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunset Ridge Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
450 Forbes St.
East Hartford, CT 06118
(860) 622-5800
East Hartford, CT 06118
(860) 622-5800
Gr: 6-8 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Connecticut River Academy At Goodwin University
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9 Riverside Drive
East Hartford, CT 06118
(860) 913-2200
East Hartford, CT 06118
(860) 913-2200
Gr: 6-12 | 742 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 06118, CT?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 06118, CT include Sunset Ridge Middle School and Connecticut River Academy At Goodwin University.
How many public middle schools are located in 06118?
2 public middle schools are located in 06118.
What is the racial composition of students in 06118?
06118 public middle schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public middle schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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