Serving 584 students in grades 6-8, Tomlinson 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 51% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 584 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tomlinson Middle School serves the northern part of Fairfield, CT, covering an area of approximately 11 square miles. Students typically experience a drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tomlinson Middle School's student population of 584 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
584 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Tomlinson 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 Tomlinson Middle School is 0.58, 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
#394 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
61%
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)11.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-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 Tomlinson Middle School's ranking?
Tomlinson Middle School is ranked #394 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Tomlinson Middle School often compared to?
Tomlinson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roger Ludlowe Middle School, Fairfield Woods Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Tomlinson Middle School?
584 students attend Tomlinson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Tomlinson Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tomlinson Middle School?
Tomlinson Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Tomlinson Middle School offer ?
Tomlinson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tomlinson Middle School part of?
Tomlinson Middle School is part of Fairfield School District.
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