Serving 484 students in grades 6-8, Coleytown Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Coleytown Middle School serves the northwest part of Westport, CT, covering an area of approximately 8.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coleytown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Coleytown Middle School's student population of 484 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
484 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Coleytown Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coleytown Middle School is 0.42, 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
#55 out of 939 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
8%
32%
Black
2%
12%
White
75%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Colt
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coleytown Middle School's ranking?
Coleytown Middle School is ranked #55 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Coleytown Middle School often compared to?
Coleytown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bedford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Coleytown Middle School?
484 students attend Coleytown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Coleytown Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coleytown Middle School?
Coleytown Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Coleytown Middle School offer ?
Coleytown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Coleytown Middle School part of?
Coleytown Middle School is part of Westport School District.
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