Serving 820 students in grades 6-8, King Philip Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 58% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 820 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: King Philip Middle School serves the northern part of West Hartford, CT, covering an area of approximately 10.3 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edges located up to 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
King Philip Middle School's student population of 820 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
820 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1955
School Rankings
King Philip Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of King Philip Middle School is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#251 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
51%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
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)8.5%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 King Philip Middle School's ranking?
King Philip Middle School is ranked #251 out of 939 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend King Philip Middle School?
820 students attend King Philip Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of King Philip Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 8% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is King Philip Middle School part of?
King Philip Middle School is part of West Hartford School District.
School Calendar
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