Serving 388 students in grades 6-8, North Branford Intermediate 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 48% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 16% 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: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Branford Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
North Branford Intermediate School's student population of 388 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Branford Intermediate 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 North Branford Intermediate School is 0.29, 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
#424 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
10%
30%
Black
1%
12%
White
84%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
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 North Branford Intermediate School's ranking?
North Branford Intermediate School is ranked #424 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend North Branford Intermediate School?
388 students attend North Branford Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of North Branford Intermediate School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Branford Intermediate School?
North Branford Intermediate School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Branford Intermediate School offer ?
North Branford Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Branford Intermediate School part of?
North Branford Intermediate School is part of North Branford School District.
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