Excellent
#73 of 990 schools in CT
Top 7% in state
Amity Middle School: Bethany
Middle School · Regional School District 05
190 Luke Hill Rd., Bethany, CT 06524
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
9.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
9.0
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#73 of 990
In Bethany
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Regional School District 05
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Amity Middle School: Bethany
Amity Middle School: Bethany is a public middle school in Bethany, CT, part of Regional School District 05. Amity Middle School: Bethany serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Amity Middle School: Bethany has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #73 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Amity Middle School: Bethany show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.5
- CT avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Amity Middle School: Bethany sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Amity Middle School: Bethany — Students at Amity Middle School: Bethany score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
13.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.
How Amity Middle School: Bethany Compares
See how Amity Middle School: Bethany performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
190 Luke Hill Rd., Bethany, CT 06524
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Amity Middle School: Bethany may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Cross Street Intermediate School (rated 5.7/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Naugatuck), a more accessible option. Additionally, City Hill Middle School (rated 5.2/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Naugatuck), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bethany, see our Bethany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bethany Community School Bethany | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| WILLOW TREE MONTESSORI Bethany | 1.0 mi | — |
| Chatfield-LoPresti School Seymour | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Amity Regional High School Woodbridge | 4.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Laurel Ledge School Beacon Falls | 3.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Cross Street Intermediate School Naugatuck | 4.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Maple Hill School Naugatuck | 5.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Woodland Regional High School Beacon Falls | 4.0 mi | 6.9 |
| MESIVTA YESODEI HATORAH Naugatuck | 5.4 mi | 6.5 |
| EZRA ACADEMY Woodbridge | 5.5 mi | 6.3 |
| West Woods School Hamden | 4.2 mi | 6.7 |
| City Hill Middle School Naugatuck | 5.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Beecher Road School Woodbridge | 5.6 mi | 9.2 |
| CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF MONTESSORI Woodbridge | 5.5 mi | — |
| Prospect Elementary School Prospect | 5.5 mi | 8.6 |
| LAUREL OAKS ADVENTIST SCHOOL Hamden | 4.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Bear Path School Hamden | 4.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Dunbar Hill School Hamden | 5.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Brennan Rogers School New Haven | 5.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Andrew Avenue School Naugatuck | 5.5 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06524 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$153,879
Median Home Value
$418,900
Median Rent
$1,500/mo
Population
5,280
College Educated
58.9%
Homeownership
95.7%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
0.7%
Median Age
43.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Coleytown Middle School Westport, CT | 8.7 |
| Mansfield Middle School Storrs, CT | 8.7 |
| Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School Old Lyme, CT | 8.6 |
| A. Baldwin Middle School Guilford, CT | 8.5 |
| John Read Middle School Redding, CT | 8.5 |
| E. C. Adams Middle School Guilford, CT | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Amity Middle School: Bethany
What grades does Amity Middle School: Bethany serve?
Amity Middle School: Bethany serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Amity Middle School: Bethany?
Amity Middle School: Bethany has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Amity Middle School: Bethany?
The student-teacher ratio at Amity Middle School: Bethany is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Amity Middle School: Bethany rank in CT?
Amity Middle School: Bethany ranks #73 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Amity Middle School: Bethany's MySchoolScout rating?
Amity Middle School: Bethany has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Amity Middle School: Bethany?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Amity Middle School: Bethany has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Amity Middle School: Bethany a charter school?
No, Amity Middle School: Bethany is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Amity Middle School: Bethany a Title I school?
No, Amity Middle School: Bethany is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Amity Middle School: Bethany?
13.9% of students at Amity Middle School: Bethany qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 352
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 13.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 7
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.1%
- Phone
- (203) 393-3102
Resources & Links
District
Regional School District 05- District Enrollment
- 2,112
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,727
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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