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 (26-27)
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Torrington Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Torrington school district, encompassing approximately 40.3 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 4 miles, with the furthest edge located 7.2 miles away, typically resulting in a 10-12 minute drive to the school.
- 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
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
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, The Gilbert 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
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