For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,156 students in 06851, CT.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 06851, CT are Nathan Hale Middle School and West Rocks Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 06851 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Connecticut public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 06851, CT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public middle school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06851, CT Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nathan Hale Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
176 Strawberry Hill Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 899-2910
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 899-2910
Gr: 6-8 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #22.
West Rocks Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
81 West Rocks Road
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 899-2970
Norwalk, CT 06851
(203) 899-2970
Gr: 6-8 | 657 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 06851, CT?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 06851, CT include Nathan Hale Middle School and West Rocks Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 06851?
2 public middle schools are located in 06851.
What is the racial composition of students in 06851?
06851 public middle schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public middle schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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