Serving 578 students in grades 5-6, Reed Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reed Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Reed Intermediate School's student population of 578 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Reed Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reed Intermediate School is 0.34, 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
#195 out of 940 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
2%
13%
White
80%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reed Intermediate School's ranking?
Reed Intermediate School is ranked #195 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Reed Intermediate School often compared to?
Reed Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whisconier Middle School, The Burnham School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Reed Intermediate School?
578 students attend Reed Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Reed Intermediate School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reed Intermediate School?
Reed Intermediate School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Reed Intermediate School offer ?
Reed Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Reed Intermediate School part of?
Reed Intermediate School is part of Newtown School District.
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