Serving 339 students in grades 6-8, East Shore 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 39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Shore Middle School's student population of 339 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
339 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence. Honor. Tradition.
School Rankings
East Shore 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 East Shore Middle School is 0.49, 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
#501 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
14%
32%
Black
5%
12%
White
70%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Shore Middle School's ranking?
East Shore Middle School is ranked #501 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are East Shore Middle School often compared to?
East Shore Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harborside Middle School, West Shore Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend East Shore Middle School?
339 students attend East Shore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of East Shore Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Shore Middle School?
East Shore Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Shore Middle School offer ?
East Shore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Shore Middle School part of?
East Shore Middle School is part of Milford School District.
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