Serving 464 students in grades 6-8, New Fairfield 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 63% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than 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 28% 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: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: New Fairfield Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 25.2 square miles in New Fairfield, CT. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Fairfield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Fairfield Middle School's student population of 464 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
464 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Fairfield 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 New Fairfield Middle School is 0.44, 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
#215 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Fairfield Middle School's ranking?
New Fairfield Middle School is ranked #215 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are New Fairfield Middle School often compared to?
New Fairfield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethel Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend New Fairfield Middle School?
464 students attend New Fairfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of New Fairfield Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Fairfield Middle School?
New Fairfield Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does New Fairfield Middle School offer ?
New Fairfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Fairfield Middle School part of?
New Fairfield Middle School is part of New Fairfield School District.
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