Serving 714 students in grades 7-8, 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 47% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Shelton, CT school district, covering approximately 31.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge located about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Intermediate School's student population of 714 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
714 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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School Rankings
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 Intermediate School is 0.59, 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
#366 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
12%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
60%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Intermediate School's ranking?
Intermediate School is ranked #366 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Intermediate School?
714 students attend Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Intermediate School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Intermediate School?
Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Intermediate School offer ?
Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Intermediate School part of?
Intermediate School is part of Shelton School District.
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