For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,025 students in 06850, CT.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 06850, CT are Concord Magnet School and Ponus Ridge Steam Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 06850 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Connecticut public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 06850, CT have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public middle school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06850, CT Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Concord Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
21 Hunters Lane
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 899-2840
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 899-2840
Gr: K-8 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Ponus Ridge Steam Academy
(Math: 17% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
21 Hunters Lane
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 847-3557
Norwalk, CT 06850
(203) 847-3557
Gr: 6-8 | 637 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 06850, CT?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 06850, CT include Concord Magnet School and Ponus Ridge Steam Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 06850?
2 public middle schools are located in 06850.
What is the racial composition of students in 06850?
06850 public middle schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public middle schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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