Serving 563 students in grades 6-8, Western 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 50% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Western Middle School's student population of 563 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
563 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Rankings
Western Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western Middle School is 0.64, 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
#313 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
38%
32%
Black
5%
12%
White
46%
46%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Middle School's ranking?
Western Middle School is ranked #313 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Western Middle School often compared to?
Western Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Middle School, Eastern Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Western Middle School?
563 students attend Western Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Western Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Middle School?
Western Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Western Middle School offer ?
Western Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Western Middle School part of?
Western Middle School is part of Greenwich School District.
School Calendar
View the Western Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School for All Teachers
August 24, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of School for All Students
August 28, 2026 (Friday)
Labor Day - Schools Closed
September 07, 2026 (Monday)
Rosh Hashanah - Schools Open
September 11, 2026 (Friday)
Yom Kippur - Schools Closed
September 21, 2026 (Monday)
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