Serving 1,271 students in grades 5-8, Saxe Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Saxe Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of New Canaan, CT, encompassing approximately 22.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saxe Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Saxe Middle School's student population of 1,271 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,271 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Saxe Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saxe Middle School is 0.39, 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
#31 out of 939 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
77%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Showing 1995–2025. View full 34-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saxe Middle School's ranking?
Saxe Middle School is ranked #31 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Saxe Middle School often compared to?
Saxe Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Saxe Middle School?
1,271 students attend Saxe Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Saxe Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saxe Middle School?
Saxe Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Saxe Middle School offer ?
Saxe Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Saxe Middle School part of?
Saxe Middle School is part of New Canaan School District.
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