Serving 486 students in grades 6-8, Coleytown Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coleytown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Coleytown Middle School's student population of 486 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Coleytown Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coleytown Middle School is 0.41, 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
#55 out of 939 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
3%
12%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Colt
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coleytown Middle School's ranking?
Coleytown Middle School is ranked #55 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Coleytown Middle School often compared to?
Coleytown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bedford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Coleytown Middle School?
486 students attend Coleytown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Coleytown Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coleytown Middle School?
Coleytown Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Coleytown Middle School offer ?
Coleytown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Coleytown Middle School part of?
Coleytown Middle School is part of Westport School District.
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