Serving 423 students in grades 6-8, Haddam-killingworth Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 53% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 11% 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: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Haddam-Killingworth Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 82.1 square miles in Killingworth, CT. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 6.4 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 10.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Haddam-killingworth Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Haddam-killingworth Middle School's student population of 423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
423 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Haddam-killingworth Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Haddam-killingworth Middle School is 0.21, 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
#280 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
89%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
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)7.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Haddam-killingworth Middle School's ranking?
Haddam-killingworth Middle School is ranked #280 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Haddam-killingworth Middle School?
423 students attend Haddam-killingworth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Haddam-killingworth Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Haddam-killingworth Middle School?
Haddam-killingworth Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Haddam-killingworth Middle School offer ?
Haddam-killingworth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Haddam-killingworth Middle School part of?
Haddam-killingworth Middle School is part of Regional School District 17.
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