Serving 285 students in grades 6-8, Stafford 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 35% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stafford Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Stafford Springs, CT, encompassing approximately 58.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.3 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 6.9 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stafford Middle School's student population of 285 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
285 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stafford 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 Stafford Middle School is 0.30, 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
#525 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
32%
Black
1%
12%
White
83%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stafford Middle School's ranking?
Stafford Middle School is ranked #525 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Stafford Middle School often compared to?
Stafford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mabelle B. Avery Middle School, Ellington Middle School, Tolland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Stafford Middle School?
285 students attend Stafford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Stafford Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stafford Middle School?
Stafford Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Stafford Middle School offer ?
Stafford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stafford Middle School part of?
Stafford Middle School is part of Stafford School District.
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