Serving 692 students in grades 6-8, Slade Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower 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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Slade Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Slade Middle School's student population of 692 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Slade Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Slade Middle School is 0.43, 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
#928 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
74%
31%
Black
11%
12%
White
9%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slade Middle School's ranking?
Slade Middle School is ranked #928 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Slade Middle School often compared to?
Slade Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pulaski Middle School, Diloreto Elementary & Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Slade Middle School?
692 students attend Slade Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Slade Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Slade Middle School?
Slade Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Slade Middle School offer ?
Slade Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Slade Middle School part of?
Slade Middle School is part of New Britain School District.
School Reviews
4 12/27/2018
It''s a good school ur student should come here
4 12/8/2017
I recommend this school it has improved and it has a better percentage of heritage than before this is an amazing school and i love it i have been here for 2 years and my couzin went here and it was amazing back then to she went to slade in 2011 2012 and 2013 she is a jr in highschol now
5 12/6/2011
i dont recomend this school i have been bullied by my entier class this school dose not have good people or teachers the children are running ramped around the school while teachers sit down and watch the security guard has a tazer and will not hesitate to use it this school is down right dumb and this comes from a student
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