Serving 309 students in grades 6-8, Bristow Middle School 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 55% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bristow Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Bristow Middle School's student population of 309 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bristow Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bristow Middle School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#270 out of 940 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
22%
29%
Black
8%
13%
White
57%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bristow Middle School's ranking?
Bristow Middle School is ranked #270 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Bristow Middle School often compared to?
Bristow Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sedgwick Middle School, King Philip Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Bristow Middle School?
309 students attend Bristow Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Bristow Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bristow Middle School?
Bristow Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bristow Middle School offer ?
Bristow Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bristow Middle School part of?
Bristow Middle School is part of West Hartford School District.
School Calendar
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Date
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
June 13, 2024 (Thursday)
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