Serving 318 students in grades 6-8, Eli Terry Jr. Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eli Terry Jr. Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Eli Terry Jr. Middle School's student population of 318 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eli Terry Jr. Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eli Terry Jr. Middle School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#420 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
n/a
13%
White
78%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eli Terry Jr. Middle School's ranking?
Eli Terry Jr. Middle School is ranked #420 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Eli Terry Jr. Middle School?
318 students attend Eli Terry Jr. Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Eli Terry Jr. Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eli Terry Jr. Middle School?
Eli Terry Jr. Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Eli Terry Jr. Middle School offer ?
Eli Terry Jr. Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Eli Terry Jr. Middle School part of?
Eli Terry Jr. Middle School is part of Plymouth School District.
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