Serving 547 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 32% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). 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 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 547 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nathan Hale Middle School's student population of 547 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
547 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nathan Hale Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nathan Hale Middle School is 0.64, 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
#549 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
52%
29%
Black
15%
13%
White
27%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
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 #549 out of 942 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 Roton Middle School, West Rocks Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
547 students attend Nathan Hale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Nathan Hale Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% 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 12:1, which is equal to 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Nathan Hale Middle School part of?
Nathan Hale Middle School is part of Norwalk School District.
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