King Philip Middle School serves 871 students in grades 6-8.
King Philip Middle School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 871 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
King Philip Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
King Philip Middle School's student population of 871 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
871 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
King Philip Middle School is ranked within the top 30% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of King Philip Middle School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#239 out of 940 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
17%
28%
Black
9%
13%
White
59%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King Philip Middle School's ranking?
King Philip Middle School is ranked #239 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are King Philip Middle School often compared to?
King Philip Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bristow Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend King Philip Middle School?
871 students attend King Philip Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of King Philip Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of King Philip Middle School?
King Philip Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does King Philip Middle School offer ?
King Philip Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is King Philip Middle School part of?
King Philip Middle School is part of West Hartford School District.
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