Serving 326 students in grades 6-8, Bristow Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 60% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Bristow Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Hartford, CT school district, encompassing approximately 22.3 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.8 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bristow Middle School's student population of 326 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
326 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
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School Rankings
Bristow Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bristow Middle School is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#328 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
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Asian
10%
5%
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Hispanic
25%
32%
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Black
9%
12%
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White
49%
46%
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Two or more races
7%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
38%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bristow Middle School's ranking?
Bristow Middle School is ranked #328 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Bristow Middle School often compared to?
Bristow Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King Philip Middle School, Sedgwick Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Bristow Middle School?
326 students attend Bristow Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Bristow Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bristow Middle School?
Bristow Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bristow Middle School offer ?
Bristow Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bristow Middle School part of?
Bristow Middle School is part of West Hartford School District.
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