Serving 766 students in grades 6-8, North End 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 8% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 766 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
North End Middle School's student population of 766 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
766 students
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
School Rankings
North End 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 North End Middle School is 0.51, 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
#869 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
66%
32%
Black
23%
12%
White
6%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North End Middle School's ranking?
North End Middle School is ranked #869 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are North End Middle School often compared to?
North End Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Michael F. Wallace Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend North End Middle School?
766 students attend North End Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of North End Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North End Middle School?
North End Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does North End Middle School offer ?
North End Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North End Middle School part of?
North End Middle School is part of Waterbury School District.
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