Serving 298 students in grades 5-8, Thompson 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 25% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thompson Middle School's student population of 298 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thompson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thompson Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#664 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
2%
13%
White
85%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
34%
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 Thompson Middle School's ranking?
Thompson Middle School is ranked #664 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Thompson Middle School often compared to?
Thompson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary R. Fisher Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Thompson Middle School?
298 students attend Thompson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Thompson Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thompson Middle School?
Thompson Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thompson Middle School offer ?
Thompson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Thompson Middle School part of?
Thompson Middle School is part of Thompson School District.
In what neighborhood is Thompson Middle School located?
Thompson Middle School is located in the North Grosvenor Dale neighborhood of North Grosvenordale, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in North Grosvenor Dale.
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