Serving 787 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 40% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than 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 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francis Walsh Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Francis Walsh Intermediate School's student population of 787 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
787 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Francis Walsh Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francis Walsh Intermediate School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#468 out of 940 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
15%
29%
Black
4%
13%
White
71%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 #468 out of 940 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Francis Walsh Intermediate School?
787 students attend Francis Walsh Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Francis Walsh Intermediate School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Francis Walsh Intermediate School part of?
Francis Walsh Intermediate School is part of Branford School District.
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