Serving 611 students in grades 6-8, Western 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 51% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Western Middle School's student population of 611 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Western 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 Western Middle School is 0.65, 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
#298 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
39%
31%
Black
5%
12%
White
44%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Western Middle School's ranking?
Western Middle School is ranked #298 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Western Middle School often compared to?
Western Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Middle School, Eastern Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Western Middle School?
611 students attend Western Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Western Middle School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western Middle School?
Western Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Western Middle School offer ?
Western Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Western Middle School part of?
Western Middle School is part of Greenwich School District.
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