Serving 572 students in grades 7-8, Silas Deane 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 42% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silas Deane Middle School's student population of 572 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
572 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
EMPATHY. EQUITY. ACHIEVEMENT.
School Rankings
Silas Deane 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 Silas Deane Middle School is 0.54, 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
#466 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
23%
31%
Black
4%
12%
White
64%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silas Deane Middle School's ranking?
Silas Deane Middle School is ranked #466 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Silas Deane Middle School often compared to?
Silas Deane Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Windsor Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Silas Deane Middle School?
572 students attend Silas Deane Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Silas Deane Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silas Deane Middle School?
Silas Deane Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Silas Deane Middle School offer ?
Silas Deane Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Silas Deane Middle School part of?
Silas Deane Middle School is part of Wethersfield School District.
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