Serving 657 students in grades 6-8, West Rocks 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 27% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 657 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Rocks Middle School serves the northern part of Norwalk, CT, covering an area of approximately 8.5 square miles. Families within this zone typically enjoy a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Rocks Middle School's student population of 657 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
657 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Rocks 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 West Rocks Middle School is 0.56, 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
#657 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
63%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
14%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
17%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
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)16%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 West Rocks Middle School's ranking?
West Rocks Middle School is ranked #657 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are West Rocks Middle School often compared to?
West Rocks Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nathan Hale Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend West Rocks Middle School?
657 students attend West Rocks Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of West Rocks Middle School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Rocks Middle School?
West Rocks Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Rocks Middle School offer ?
West Rocks Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Rocks Middle School part of?
West Rocks Middle School is part of Norwalk School District.
School Reviews
3 10/10/2025
The teachers sometimes over react over the littlest things I'm not even gonna hold you. And if you are talking to your friend and they hear you they give you LD and if you don't go than they give you ISS.
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