Serving 747 students in grades 5-8, East Lyme 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 747 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Lyme Middle School's student population of 747 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
747 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Lyme 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 East Lyme Middle School is 0.43, 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
#303 out of 940 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
1%
13%
White
74%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Lyme Middle School's ranking?
East Lyme Middle School is ranked #303 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend East Lyme Middle School?
747 students attend East Lyme Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of East Lyme Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Lyme Middle School?
East Lyme Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Lyme Middle School offer ?
East Lyme Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Lyme Middle School part of?
East Lyme Middle School is part of East Lyme School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School - 1/2 Day
June 13, 2024 (Thursday)
Last Day of School - Early Dismissal for Students
June 13, 2024 (Thursday)
Last day oif school - early dismissal
June 13, 2024 (Thursday)
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