Serving 353 students in grades 5-8, John Read 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 69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Read Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
John Read Middle School's student population of 353 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
353 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 16, 2026
School Rankings
John Read 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 John Read Middle School is 0.33, 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
#132 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
13%
31%
Black
2%
12%
White
81%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Read Middle School's ranking?
John Read Middle School is ranked #132 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are John Read Middle School often compared to?
John Read Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethel Middle School, East Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend John Read Middle School?
353 students attend John Read Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of John Read Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Read Middle School?
John Read Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does John Read Middle School offer ?
John Read Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Read Middle School part of?
John Read Middle School is part of Redding School District.
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