Serving 610 students in grades 5-8, John Wallace Middle 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 43% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John Wallace Middle School serves the southern part of Newington, CT, covering an area of approximately 6.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
John Wallace Middle School's student population of 610 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
610 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
John Wallace Middle 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 John Wallace Middle School is 0.64, 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
#467 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
25%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
54%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 John Wallace Middle School's ranking?
John Wallace Middle School is ranked #467 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?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend John Wallace Middle School?
610 students attend John Wallace Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of John Wallace Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Wallace Middle School?
John Wallace Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does John Wallace Middle School offer ?
John Wallace Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Wallace Middle School part of?
John Wallace Middle School is part of Newington School District.
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