Serving 300 students in grades 6-8, Derby Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Derby Middle School serves the entire district of Derby, CT, encompassing an area of approximately 5.4 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge located about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Derby Middle School's student population of 300 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
300 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Derby Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Derby 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
#737 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
48%
32%
Black
21%
12%
White
26%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Derby Middle School's ranking?
Derby Middle School is ranked #737 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Derby Middle School often compared to?
Derby Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King/robinson Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Derby Middle School?
300 students attend Derby Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Derby Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Derby Middle School?
Derby Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Derby Middle School offer ?
Derby Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Derby Middle School part of?
Derby Middle School is part of Derby School District.
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