Serving 577 students in grades 5-6, Reed Intermediate 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 59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 21% 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: 5-6
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reed Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Reed Intermediate School's student population of 577 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Reed Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reed Intermediate School is 0.36, 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
#239 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
3%
12%
White
79%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reed Intermediate School's ranking?
Reed Intermediate School is ranked #239 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Reed Intermediate School often compared to?
Reed Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whisconier Middle School, The Burnham School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Reed Intermediate School?
577 students attend Reed Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Reed Intermediate School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reed Intermediate School?
Reed Intermediate School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Reed Intermediate School offer ?
Reed Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Reed Intermediate School part of?
Reed Intermediate School is part of Newtown School District.
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