Serving 243 students in grades 7-8, Northwestern Regional 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 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 9:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwestern Regional Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Northwestern Regional Middle School's student population of 243 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northwestern Regional 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 Northwestern Regional Middle School is 0.17, 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
#344 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
1%
12%
White
91%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern Regional Middle School's ranking?
Northwestern Regional Middle School is ranked #344 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Northwestern Regional Middle School often compared to?
Northwestern Regional Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Gilbert School, Torrington 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 40% CT state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Northwestern Regional Middle School?
243 students attend Northwestern Regional Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Northwestern Regional Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwestern Regional Middle School?
Northwestern Regional Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northwestern Regional Middle School offer ?
Northwestern Regional Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northwestern Regional Middle School part of?
Northwestern Regional Middle School is part of Regional School District 07.
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