Serving 671 students in grades 6-8, Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 28% 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: 671 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School serves the northeast part of Southington, CT, covering an area of approximately 20.8 square miles. Families typically experience a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 4.9 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School's student population of 671 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
671 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Joseph A. Depaolo 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 Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School is 0.46, 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
#296 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School's ranking?
Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School is ranked #296 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?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School?
671 students attend Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School?
Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School offer ?
Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School part of?
Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School is part of Southington School District.
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