Serving 590 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 40%). 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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tomlinson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Tomlinson Middle School's student population of 590 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tomlinson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tomlinson Middle School is 0.57, 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
#374 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
19%
31%
Black
7%
12%
White
62%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Tomlinson Middle School's ranking?
Tomlinson Middle School is ranked #374 out of 942 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 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 40% 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?
590 students attend Tomlinson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Tomlinson Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 5% 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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