Serving 271 students in grades 6-8, Lyme-old Lyme Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lyme-old Lyme 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lyme-old Lyme Middle School's student population of 271 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
271 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Challenging . Achieving . Excelling
School Rankings
Lyme-old Lyme Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lyme-old Lyme Middle School is 0.26, 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
#106 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
7%
32%
White
86%
46%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lyme-old Lyme Middle School's ranking?
Lyme-old Lyme Middle School is ranked #106 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Lyme-old Lyme Middle School?
271 students attend Lyme-old Lyme Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Lyme-old Lyme Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lyme-old Lyme Middle School?
Lyme-old Lyme Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lyme-old Lyme Middle School offer ?
Lyme-old Lyme Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lyme-old Lyme Middle School part of?
Lyme-old Lyme Middle School is part of Regional School District 18.
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