Serving 636 students in grades 6-8, Albert D. Griswold Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 55% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Albert D. Griswold Middle School's student population of 636 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
636 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Albert D. Griswold 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 Albert D. Griswold Middle School is 0.64, 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
#223 out of 940 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
5%
Hispanic
11%
29%
Black
3%
13%
White
51%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
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 Albert D. Griswold Middle School's ranking?
Albert D. Griswold Middle School is ranked #223 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Albert D. Griswold Middle School?
636 students attend Albert D. Griswold Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Albert D. Griswold Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albert D. Griswold Middle School?
Albert D. Griswold Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Albert D. Griswold Middle School part of?
Albert D. Griswold Middle School is part of Rocky Hill School District.
School Calendar
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LAST DAY OF SCHOOL (FULL DAY) Pending Snow Days
June 14, 2024 (Friday)
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