Serving 629 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 50% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher 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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- 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 629 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
629 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Western Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western Middle School is 0.64, 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
#352 out of 940 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
39%
29%
Black
4%
13%
White
45%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Western Middle School's ranking?
Western Middle School is ranked #352 out of 940 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Western Middle School?
629 students attend Western Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Western Middle School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western Middle School?
Western Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Middle School part of?
Western Middle School is part of Greenwich School District.
School Calendar
View the Western Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Recess - Schools Closed
April 19, 2024 (Friday)
Passover Begins - Schools Closed
April 22, 2024 (Monday)
Memorial Day - Schools Closed
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of School for Grade 6&9** - Early Release
June 21, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day of School for Students - Early Release**
June 24, 2024 (Monday)
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