Serving 715 students in grades 5-8, East Lyme 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 52% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Lyme Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
East Lyme Middle School's student population of 715 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
715 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Lyme Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Lyme Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#324 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
2%
12%
White
70%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
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 East Lyme Middle School's ranking?
East Lyme Middle School is ranked #324 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend East Lyme Middle School?
715 students attend East Lyme Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of East Lyme Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Lyme Middle School?
East Lyme Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Lyme Middle School offer ?
East Lyme Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Lyme Middle School part of?
East Lyme Middle School is part of East Lyme School District.
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