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Ansonia Middle School

Middle School · Ansonia School District

115 Howard Ave., Ansonia, CT 06401

Enrollment

571

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

5.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#639 of 990

In Ansonia

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Ansonia School District

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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5.5/10

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About Ansonia Middle School

Ansonia Middle School is a public middle school in Ansonia, CT, part of Ansonia School District. Ansonia Middle School serves approximately 571 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ansonia Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #639 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Ansonia Middle School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below CT schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • CT avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Ansonia Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-1.08 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,951
Chronic Absenteeism26.1%

Ansonia Middle School — Students at Ansonia Middle School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 18.4% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 31.8% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 16 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2015
Math
18%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
23%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Ansonia Middle School Compares

See how Ansonia Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
36th percentile in CT
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

Location

115 Howard Ave., Ansonia, CT 06401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ansonia Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Intermediate School (rated 6.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Shelton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Perry Hill Elementary School (rated 6.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Shelton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Derby Middle School (rated 4.7/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Derby), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ansonia, see our Ansonia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Ansonia 0.6 mi 3.4
Irving School Derby 1.0 mi 5.1
ST MARY & ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Derby 1.0 mi 6.2
Derby High School Derby 0.9 mi 4.7
Little Raiders University Derby 0.9 mi 4.4
Derby Middle School Derby 0.9 mi 4.7
Emmett O'Brien Technical High School Ansonia 1.1 mi 6.2
Ansonia High School Ansonia 1.4 mi 5.5
Prendergast School Ansonia 1.4 mi 3.1
Bradley School Derby 1.9 mi 7.7
Mead School Ansonia 1.8 mi 2.6
Perry Hill Elementary School Shelton 2.2 mi 6.2
Shelton High School Shelton 2.3 mi 6.0
Seymour Middle School Seymour 2.8 mi 4.7
Intermediate School Shelton 2.6 mi 6.7
Seymour High School Seymour 3.1 mi 5.6
Bungay School Seymour 3.2 mi 6.4
Sunnyside School Shelton 3.5 mi 7.9
Elizabeth Shelton School Shelton 3.2 mi 6.9
Long Hill School Shelton 4.1 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,953

Median Home Value

$268,400

Median Rent

$1,405/mo

Population

19,160

College Educated

22.9%

Homeownership

58.8%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

39.8

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East Hampton Middle School East Hampton, CT 5.6
Martin Kellogg Middle School Newington, CT 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ansonia Middle School

What grades does Ansonia Middle School serve?

Ansonia Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Ansonia Middle School?

Ansonia Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 571 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ansonia Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ansonia Middle School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ansonia Middle School rank in CT?

Ansonia Middle School ranks #639 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Ansonia Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ansonia Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Ansonia Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ansonia Middle School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

Is Ansonia Middle School a charter school?

No, Ansonia Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ansonia Middle School a Title I school?

No, Ansonia Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ansonia Middle School?

66.0% of students at Ansonia Middle School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 4
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

District

Ansonia School District
District Enrollment
2,397
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,951
District Rank
#2 of 4

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