Serving 981 students in grades 6-8, Torrington 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 17% (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 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 981 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Torrington Middle School's student population of 981 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
981 students
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Torrington 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 Torrington Middle School is 0.61, 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
#709 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
44%
32%
Black
6%
12%
White
44%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Torrington Middle School's ranking?
Torrington Middle School is ranked #709 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Torrington Middle School often compared to?
Torrington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chippens Hill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% 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 Torrington Middle School?
981 students attend Torrington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Torrington Middle School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Torrington Middle School?
Torrington Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Torrington Middle School offer ?
Torrington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Torrington Middle School part of?
Torrington Middle School is part of Torrington School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
This school is awful. Absolutely no accountability for poor staff performance.
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