Serving 312 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 55% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bristow Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bristow Middle School's student population of 312 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bristow Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bristow 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
#337 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
26%
31%
Black
8%
12%
White
51%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bristow Middle School's ranking?
Bristow Middle School is ranked #337 out of 942 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 Sedgwick Middle School, King Philip Middle 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 40% 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?
312 students attend Bristow Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Bristow Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 6% 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 11:1, which is lower than 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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