Serving 290 students in grades 6-8, Eli Terry Jr. 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 40% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Eli Terry Jr. Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Terryville, CT, covering approximately 22.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the school from the zone's edge, reaching a maximum of 5.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eli Terry Jr. Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Eli Terry Jr. Middle School's student population of 290 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
290 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eli Terry Jr. 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 Eli Terry Jr. Middle School is 0.41, 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
#489 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eli Terry Jr. Middle School's ranking?
Eli Terry Jr. Middle School is ranked #489 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Eli Terry Jr. Middle School?
290 students attend Eli Terry Jr. Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Eli Terry Jr. Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eli Terry Jr. Middle School?
Eli Terry Jr. Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Eli Terry Jr. Middle School offer ?
Eli Terry Jr. Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eli Terry Jr. Middle School part of?
Eli Terry Jr. Middle School is part of Plymouth School District.
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