Serving 520 students in grades 6-8, Walter C. Polson Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 15% 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: 520 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter C. Polson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Walter C. Polson Middle School's student population of 520 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
520 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walter C. Polson Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter C. Polson Middle School is 0.27, 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
#168 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
n/a
12%
White
85%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter C. Polson Middle School's ranking?
Walter C. Polson Middle School is ranked #168 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Walter C. Polson Middle School?
520 students attend Walter C. Polson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Walter C. Polson Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walter C. Polson Middle School?
Walter C. Polson Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Walter C. Polson Middle School offer ?
Walter C. Polson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Walter C. Polson Middle School part of?
Walter C. Polson Middle School is part of Madison School District.
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