Serving 716 students in grades 5-8, East Lyme Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: East Lyme Middle School serves the southern part of its school district in Niantic, CT, covering an area of approximately 22.6 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest students residing about 5.2 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Lyme Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
East Lyme Middle School's student population of 716 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
716 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Lyme 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 East Lyme Middle School is 0.47, 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
#329 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
71%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Lyme Middle School's ranking?
East Lyme Middle School is ranked #329 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend East Lyme Middle School?
716 students attend East Lyme Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of East Lyme Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Lyme Middle School?
East Lyme Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Lyme Middle School offer ?
East Lyme Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Lyme Middle School part of?
East Lyme Middle School is part of East Lyme School District.
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