Serving 563 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 41%). 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 9:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Western Middle School serves the west part of Greenwich, CT, covering an area of approximately 20.9 square miles. Families typically spend about 10-12 minutes driving to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Western Middle School's student population of 563 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
563 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Western Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 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 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#313 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #313 out of 939 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 41% 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?
563 students attend Western Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Western Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Middle School?
Western Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, 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.
School Calendar
View the Western Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Election Day - Schools Closed
November 03, 2026 (Tuesday)
Veteran's Day - SCHOOLS OPEN
November 11, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Recess - Schools Closed
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Recess - Schools Closed
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
Professional Learning Day - Schools Closed - K-8 Conferences
December 07, 2026 (Monday)
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