Eastern Middle School

51 Hendrie Ave.
Riverside, CT 06878
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 5%
Serving 784 students in grades 6-8, Eastern Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 784 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 5% in CT
  • : 77% (Top 5%)
  • : 82% (Top 5%)
  • : 77% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Eastern Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:

School Overview

Eastern Middle School's student population of 784 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
784 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
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School Rankings

Eastern Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastern Middle School is 0.53, 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.
This School
State Level (CT)
#33 out of 942 schools
(Top 5%)
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77%
40%
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82%
50%
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77%
47%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
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American Indian
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Asian
13%
5%
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Hispanic
15%
30%
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Black
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12%
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White
66%
48%
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Hawaiian
n/a
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Two or more races
6%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.53
This chart displays the diversity score of Eastern Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Connecticut by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
36%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Eastern Middle School's ranking?
Eastern Middle School is ranked #33 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Eastern Middle School often compared to?
Eastern Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Middle School, Western Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Eastern Middle School?
784 students attend Eastern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Eastern Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastern Middle School?
Eastern Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Eastern Middle School offer ?
Eastern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastern Middle School part of?
Eastern Middle School is part of Greenwich School District.

School Reviews

5   6/21/2010
I love Eastern- All the teachers are wonderful. You get a great education at Eastern... It is Greenwich so there are some (mean) girls....but there are A LOT of really nice kids too. There is a lot of sports and after school activities to participate in. It is a GREAT school! I think the best part about it is the teachers though. 99% of them are the best teachers I have ever had. I will be in 7th next Yr and I am so exited to continue being a part of Eastern.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - cjmcu

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 784 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 34%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 77% (Top 5%)
  • : 82% (Top 5%)
  • : 77% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

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