Serving 197 students in grades 7-8, John Winthrop 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 48% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John Winthrop Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Deep River, CT school district, covering approximately 42.8 square miles. Most students typically drive 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5.8 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
John Winthrop Middle School's student population of 197 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
197 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
John Winthrop 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 Winthrop Middle School is 0.24, 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
#401 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
32%
Black
n/a
12%
White
87%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Winthrop Middle School's ranking?
John Winthrop Middle School is ranked #401 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend John Winthrop Middle School?
197 students attend John Winthrop Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of John Winthrop Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Winthrop Middle School?
John Winthrop Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does John Winthrop Middle School offer ?
John Winthrop Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Winthrop Middle School part of?
John Winthrop Middle School is part of Regional School District 04.
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