For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,037 students in 06877, CT.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 06877, CT are East Ridge Middle School and Scotts Ridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 06877 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Connecticut public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 06877, CT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Connecticut public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public middle school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06877, CT Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Ridge Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10 East Ridge Rd.
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5500
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5500
Gr: 6-8 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Scotts Ridge Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
750 North Salem Rd.
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5725
Ridgefield, CT 06877
(203) 894-5725
Gr: 6-8 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 06877, CT?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 06877, CT include East Ridge Middle School and Scotts Ridge Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 06877?
2 public middle schools are located in 06877.
What is the racial composition of students in 06877?
06877 public middle schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public middle schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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