Serving 775 students in grades 5-8, Francis Walsh Intermediate 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 46% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Francis Walsh Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire Branford district, encompassing approximately 28 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.1 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Francis Walsh Intermediate School's student population of 775 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
775 students
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
School Rankings
Francis Walsh Intermediate 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 Francis Walsh Intermediate School is 0.54, 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
#461 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
18%
32%
Black
6%
12%
White
65%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 Francis Walsh Intermediate School's ranking?
Francis Walsh Intermediate School is ranked #461 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Francis Walsh Intermediate School?
775 students attend Francis Walsh Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Francis Walsh Intermediate School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francis Walsh Intermediate School?
Francis Walsh Intermediate School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Francis Walsh Intermediate School offer ?
Francis Walsh Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Francis Walsh Intermediate School part of?
Francis Walsh Intermediate School is part of Branford School District.
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