Carrigan 5/6 Intermediate School

Carrigan 5/6 Intermediate School serves 878 fifth and sixth grade students in West Haven, Connecticut, with a student-teacher ratio of 11.6 to 1 across 76 full-time equivalent teachers. As a dedicated intermediate school focusing solely on these transitional middle school grades, Carrigan provides a specialized environment for students navigating the bridge between elementary and middle school years. Academically, the school has room for growth, with 36% of students performing at or above proficient levels in English Language Arts and 23% meeting proficiency standards in mathematics.

The school ranks in the 34th percentile among Connecticut's middle schools, reflecting opportunities for continued academic development and support. The school draws from a diverse suburban community where the median household income is $72,827 and median home values reach $247,800. About 27% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the local poverty rate stands at 11.3%, indicating a mixed socioeconomic community with varying educational backgrounds.

Carrigan 5/6 Intermediate School operates within West Haven's large suburban setting, serving families in the 06516 ZIP code area that encompasses over 55,000 residents. The school's focus on just two grade levels allows for targeted programming during these crucial developmental years when students prepare for the transition to full middle school experiences.