Serving 287 students in grades 6-8, Helen Keller Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 26% 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: 287 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Helen Keller Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Easton, CT, encompassing approximately 28.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school from anywhere in the zone is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helen Keller Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Helen Keller Middle School's student population of 287 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
287 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Helen Keller Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helen Keller Middle School is 0.44, 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
#115 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
12%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
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)7.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-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 Helen Keller Middle School's ranking?
Helen Keller Middle School is ranked #115 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Helen Keller Middle School often compared to?
Helen Keller Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Samuel Staples Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Helen Keller Middle School?
287 students attend Helen Keller Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Helen Keller Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Helen Keller Middle School?
Helen Keller Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Helen Keller Middle School offer ?
Helen Keller Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Helen Keller Middle School part of?
Helen Keller Middle School is part of Easton School District.
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