Serving 535 students in grades 6-8, Middle School Of Plainville 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 46% (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 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% 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: 535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Middle School of Plainville's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Plainville, CT, covering approximately 9.8 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Middle School Of Plainville's student population of 535 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
535 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Middle School Of Plainville 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 Middle School Of Plainville is 0.55, 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
#457 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Blue Devil
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle School Of Plainville's ranking?
Middle School Of Plainville is ranked #457 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?
46% 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 Middle School Of Plainville?
535 students attend Middle School Of Plainville.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Middle School Of Plainville students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Middle School Of Plainville?
Middle School Of Plainville has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Middle School Of Plainville offer ?
Middle School Of Plainville offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Middle School Of Plainville part of?
Middle School Of Plainville is part of Plainville School District.
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