Serving 295 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
West Middle School's student population of 295 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Middle School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#842 out of 940 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
53%
29%
Black
37%
13%
White
2%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Middle School's ranking?
West Middle School is ranked #842 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend West Middle School?
295 students attend West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of West Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Middle School?
West Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Middle School offer ?
West Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Middle School part of?
West Middle School is part of Hartford School District.
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