Serving 262 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 27% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thompson Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of North Grosvenordale, CT, encompassing approximately 48.7 square miles. Families typically experience a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 4.2 miles and the furthest edge located 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thompson Middle School's student population of 262 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
262 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thompson 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 Thompson Middle School is 0.29, 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
#650 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
10%
32%
Black
1%
12%
White
84%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 #650 out of 939 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
262 students attend Thompson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Thompson Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thompson Middle School?
Thompson Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thompson Middle School offer ?
Thompson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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