CARRIGAN 5/6 INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

Carrigan 5/6 Intermediate School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the West Haven School District school district, located in West Haven, CT with about 914 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 72 teachers, Carrigan 5/6 Intermediate School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Carrigan 5/6 Intermediate School, located at 2 Tetlow Street in West Haven, Connecticut, serves as a dedicated transitional educational facility for students in grades 5 and 6. As part of the West Haven Public Schools district, the institution is designed to bridge the gap between elementary and middle school education. The school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that helps students navigate the academic and social challenges of early adolescence while preparing them for the more rigorous demands of the secondary school level.

Academically, Carrigan 5/6 emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum aligned with state standards, integrating core subjects such as English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. Beyond the classroom, the school encourages student participation in a variety of extracurricular activities and enrichment programs aimed at developing well-rounded individuals. By focusing on both intellectual growth and social-emotional development, Carrigan Intermediate School strives to provide a stable, collaborative atmosphere that encourages curiosity and academic achievement for all students in the West Haven community.

For more information, contact Carrigan 5/6 Intermediate School at (203) 937-4390 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.