Summary:
Middle Schools in zip code 06037 are represented by a single institution: Catherine M. McGee Middle School, which serves grades 6 through 8 and enrolls 595 students in Berlin, CT. As the only middle school in the area, it provides the complete picture for families seeking middle school options in 06037, and it is part of the Berlin School District, where it stands out as a high-performing school.
McGee is ranked 68th out of 258 Connecticut middle schools for 2025-2026, placing it in the 74th percentile with a 4-star rating. Across all subjects and grade levels, the school outperforms state averages. For example, 6th grade math proficiency is 61.3% compared to the state's 44.4%, and 8th grade science proficiency is 62.0% versus 50.9% statewide. The school's chronic absenteeism rate is 11.6%, notably lower than the district's 14.7% and the state's 16.4%. With a student-teacher ratio of 11.3:1 and per-student spending of $16,566, McGee is well-resourced to support student success.
Year-over-year results are mostly positive: 6th grade ELA improved from 59.8% to 63.2%, and 6th grade math rose from 56.3% to 61.3%. However, 7th grade ELA dropped from 66.3% to 60.3%, which is an area to watch. Math remains the school's biggest strength, with proficiency 16 points above the state average. While the district overall ranks near the 48th percentile among Connecticut districts, McGee's strong performance makes it a clear standout within Berlin School District. Families can expect a supportive, low-absenteeism environment with small class sizes and consistently above-average test scores.
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