For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,993 students in 06450, CT.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 06450, CT are Edison Middle School, Washington Middle School and Lincoln Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 06450 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Connecticut public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 06450, CT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public middle school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06450, CT Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edison Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1355 North Broad Street
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 379-2590
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 379-2590
Gr: 6-8 | 773 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Washington Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1225 North Broad St.
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 235-6606
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 235-6606
Gr: 6-8 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
164 Centennial Ave.
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 238-2381
Meriden, CT 06450
(203) 238-2381
Gr: 6-8 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 06450, CT?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 06450, CT include Edison Middle School, Washington Middle School and Lincoln Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 06450?
3 public middle schools are located in 06450.
What is the racial composition of students in 06450?
06450 public middle schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public middle schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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