Serving 419 students in grades 6-8, West Shore 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 45% (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 46% 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: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Shore Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
West Shore Middle School's student population of 419 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Shore 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 West Shore Middle School is 0.64, 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
#422 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
23%
31%
Black
5%
12%
White
54%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 West Shore Middle School's ranking?
West Shore Middle School is ranked #422 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are West Shore Middle School often compared to?
West Shore Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harborside Middle School, Joseph Melillo Middle School, East Shore Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% 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 West Shore Middle School?
419 students attend West Shore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of West Shore Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Shore Middle School?
West Shore Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Shore Middle School offer ?
West Shore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Shore Middle School part of?
West Shore Middle School is part of Milford School District.
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