For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 2,037 students in 06040, CT.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 06040, CT are Odyssey Community School, Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy and Illing Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 06040 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Connecticut public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 06040, CT have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Connecticut public middle school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06040, CT Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Odyssey Community School
Charter School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
579 Middle Tpke West
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 645-1234
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 645-1234
Gr: PK-8 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy
(Math: 22% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1151 Main St.
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3571
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3571
Gr: 5-8 | 864 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Illing Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
227 Middle Tpke E
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3400
Manchester, CT 06040
(860) 647-3400
Gr: 7-8 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 06040, CT?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 06040, CT include Odyssey Community School, Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy and Illing Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 06040?
3 public middle schools are located in 06040.
What is the racial composition of students in 06040?
06040 public middle schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Connecticut public middle schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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