Serving 370 students in grades 4-8, Nathan Hale-ray 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 46% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nathan Hale-ray Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Nathan Hale-ray Middle School's student population of 370 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nathan Hale-ray Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nathan Hale-ray Middle School is 0.24, 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
#306 out of 940 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
n/a
13%
White
87%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nathan Hale-ray Middle School's ranking?
Nathan Hale-ray Middle School is ranked #306 out of 940 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Nathan Hale-ray Middle School?
370 students attend Nathan Hale-ray Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Nathan Hale-ray Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nathan Hale-ray Middle School?
Nathan Hale-ray Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Nathan Hale-ray Middle School offer ?
Nathan Hale-ray Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Nathan Hale-ray Middle School part of?
Nathan Hale-ray Middle School is part of East Haddam School District.
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