Hillcrest Middle School

Hillcrest Middle School serves 770 students in grades 6-8 in Trumbull, Connecticut, offering a solid educational foundation with a student-teacher ratio of 13.3:1 and 58 full-time equivalent teachers. The school earns strong recognition with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #193 out of 996 middle schools statewide, placing it in the 81st percentile among Connecticut schools. Academically, Hillcrest demonstrates notable performance with an academic score of 8.9 out of 10.

Students show strong literacy skills with 75% achieving proficiency or above in ELA/Reading, while 69% reach proficiency in mathematics. These results reflect the school's commitment to comprehensive middle-grade education during these crucial developmental years. The school draws from an affluent and highly educated community in the 06611 ZIP code, where the median household income reaches $153,846 and median home values are $470,100.

With 60% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a low poverty rate of 4.5%, the area reflects strong community investment in education. Hillcrest Middle School operates in Trumbull's large suburban setting, providing students with the benefits of a well-resourced community environment that supports both academic achievement and personal growth during the important middle school transition years.