Serving 622 students in grades 6-8, Albert D. Griswold Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Albert D. Griswold Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Rocky Hill school district, covering an area of approximately 13.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 4.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albert D. Griswold Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Albert D. Griswold Middle School's student population of 622 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
622 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Albert D. Griswold Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albert D. Griswold Middle School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#185 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
34%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albert D. Griswold Middle School's ranking?
Albert D. Griswold Middle School is ranked #185 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Albert D. Griswold Middle School often compared to?
Albert D. Griswold Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Myrtle H. Stevens School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Albert D. Griswold Middle School?
622 students attend Albert D. Griswold Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Albert D. Griswold Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albert D. Griswold Middle School?
Albert D. Griswold Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Albert D. Griswold Middle School offer ?
Albert D. Griswold Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Albert D. Griswold Middle School part of?
Albert D. Griswold Middle School is part of Rocky Hill School District.
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