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Best Middletown Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 4,785 students in Middletown, CT (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,427 private students). 77% of all K-12 students in Middletown, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
The top-ranked public schools in Middletown, CT are Moody School, Wesley School and Snow School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Middletown, CT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Middletown have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Middletown, CT (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Moody School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
300 Country Club Rd.
Middletown, CT 06457
(860) 347-2561
Gr: PK-5 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Wesley School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
10 Wesleyan Hills Rd.
Middletown, CT 06457
(860) 344-0381
Gr: PK-5 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Snow School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
299 Wadsworth St.
Middletown, CT 06457
(860) 347-2579
Gr: PK-5 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #44.
Macdonough School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
66 Spring St.
Middletown, CT 06457
(860) 347-8553
Gr: K-5 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #55.
Spencer School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
207 Westfield St.
Middletown, CT 06457
(860) 344-0711
Gr: PK-5 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #66.
Farm Hill School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
390 Ridge Rd.
Middletown, CT 06457
(860) 346-1225
Gr: PK-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #77.
Lawrence School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Kaplan Dr.
Middletown, CT 06457
(860) 632-2158
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #88.
Middletown High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
200 Larosa Lane
Middletown, CT 06457
(860) 704-4500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,193 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #99.
Beman Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1 Wilderman's Way
Middletown, CT 06457
(860) 347-8594
Gr: 6-8 | 977 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #1010.
Bielefield School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
70 Maynard St.
Middletown, CT 06457
(860) 347-4124
Gr: PK-5 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #1111.
Vinal Technical High School
Vocational School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
60 Daniels St.
Middletown, CT 06457
(860) 344-7100
Gr: 9-12 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
Whiting Forensic Hospital
Alternative School
70 O'brien Drive
Middletown, CT 06547
(860) 262-7175
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Middletown, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in Middletown, CT include Moody School, Wesley School and Snow School.
How many public schools are located in Middletown?
12 public schools are located in Middletown.
What percentage of students in Middletown go to public school?
77% of all K-12 students in Middletown are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Middletown?
Middletown public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Middletown are often viewed compared to one another?

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