Serving 307 students in grades 5-8, Old Saybrook Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (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 9:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 307 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Old Saybrook Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 21.6 square miles in Old Saybrook, CT. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Old Saybrook Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Old Saybrook Middle School's student population of 307 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
307 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the Old Saybrook Public Schools is to educate and prepare students to achieve their highest aspirations, care for others and the environment, and contribute to a global society by working in partnership with families and the community, and
School Rankings
Old Saybrook Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Old Saybrook Middle School is 0.41, 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
#334 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rams
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Old Saybrook Middle School's ranking?
Old Saybrook Middle School is ranked #334 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% 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 Old Saybrook Middle School?
307 students attend Old Saybrook Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Old Saybrook Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Old Saybrook Middle School?
Old Saybrook Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Old Saybrook Middle School offer ?
Old Saybrook Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Old Saybrook Middle School part of?
Old Saybrook Middle School is part of Old Saybrook School District.
In what neighborhood is Old Saybrook Middle School located?
Old Saybrook Middle School is located in the Old Saybrook Center neighborhood of Old Saybrook, CT.
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