Serving 359 students in grades 7-8, Amity Middle School Orange ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Amity Middle School Orange's student population of 359 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Amity Middle School Orange ranks within the top 30% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amity Middle School Orange is 0.48, 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
#232 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
9%
31%
Black
4%
12%
White
70%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Amity Middle School Orange's ranking?
Amity Middle School Orange is ranked #232 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Amity Middle School Orange often compared to?
Amity Middle School Orangeis often viewed alongside schools like Amity Middle School Bethany by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Amity Middle School Orange?
359 students attend Amity Middle School Orange.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Amity Middle School Orange students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amity Middle School Orange?
Amity Middle School Orange has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Amity Middle School Orange offer ?
Amity Middle School Orange offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Amity Middle School Orange part of?
Amity Middle School Orange is part of Regional School District 05.
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