Serving 397 students in grades 6-8, Stonington Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 51% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stonington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Stonington Middle School's student population of 397 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stonington Middle 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 Stonington Middle School is 0.29, 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
#253 out of 940 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
n/a
13%
White
84%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stonington Middle School's ranking?
Stonington Middle School is ranked #253 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Stonington Middle School?
397 students attend Stonington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Stonington Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stonington Middle School?
Stonington Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Stonington Middle School offer ?
Stonington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Stonington Middle School part of?
Stonington Middle School is part of Stonington School District.
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