Northwestern Regional High School is a public regional high school located in Winsted, Connecticut, serving the towns of Barkhamsted, Colebrook, New Hartford and Norfolk.
Serving 218 students in grades 7-8, Northwestern Regional Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwestern Regional Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Winsted, CT, covering an area of approximately 156.4 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 13.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwestern Regional Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Northwestern Regional Middle School's student population of 218 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
218 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1958
Campus Size
42 acres
School Rankings
Northwestern Regional 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 Northwestern Regional Middle School is 0.20, 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
#260 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
White
89%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Highlanders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern Regional Middle School's ranking?
Northwestern Regional Middle School is ranked #260 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Northwestern Regional Middle School often compared to?
Northwestern Regional Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Gilbert School, Torrington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Northwestern Regional Middle School?
218 students attend Northwestern Regional Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Northwestern Regional Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwestern Regional Middle School?
Northwestern Regional Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northwestern Regional Middle School offer ?
Northwestern Regional Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwestern Regional Middle School part of?
Northwestern Regional Middle School is part of Regional School District 07.
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