Serving 415 students in grades 6-8, East Shore 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 43% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Shore Middle School's student population of 415 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Shore 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 East Shore Middle School is 0.39, 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
#423 out of 940 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
5%
13%
White
77%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Shore Middle School's ranking?
East Shore Middle School is ranked #423 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are East Shore Middle School often compared to?
East Shore Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harborside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend East Shore Middle School?
415 students attend East Shore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of East Shore Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Shore Middle School?
East Shore Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Shore Middle School offer ?
East Shore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Shore Middle School part of?
East Shore Middle School is part of Milford School District.
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