Serving 499 students in grades 6-8, Nathan Hale Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is equal to 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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nathan Hale Middle School serves the eastern part of Norwalk, CT, covering an area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Most students live within a 1.6-mile radius from the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.7 miles away, making for a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nathan Hale Middle School's student population of 499 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
499 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nathan Hale Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nathan Hale Middle School is 0.62, 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
#560 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
56%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
14%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
23%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
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)27.1%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Nathan Hale Middle School's ranking?
Nathan Hale Middle School is ranked #560 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Nathan Hale Middle School often compared to?
Nathan Hale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Rocks Middle School, Roton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Nathan Hale Middle School?
499 students attend Nathan Hale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Nathan Hale Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nathan Hale Middle School?
Nathan Hale Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Nathan Hale Middle School offer ?
Nathan Hale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nathan Hale Middle School part of?
Nathan Hale Middle School is part of Norwalk School District.
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