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#825 of 990 schools in CT

Carmen Arace Middle School

Middle School · Bloomfield School District

390 Park Avenue, Bloomfield, CT 06002

Enrollment

216

Student-Teacher

8.3:1

Score

4.3

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#825 of 990

In Bloomfield

#9 of 10

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

Bloomfield School District

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Carmen Arace Middle School

4.3/10

Middle School in Bloomfield · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Carmen Arace Intermediate School

4.8/10

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5.2/10

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About Carmen Arace Middle School

Carmen Arace Middle School is a public middle school in Bloomfield, CT, part of Bloomfield School District. Carmen Arace Middle School serves approximately 216 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Carmen Arace Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #825 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Carmen Arace Middle School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • CT avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 8.3:1 students to teachers, Carmen Arace Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.2Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$32,662
Chronic Absenteeism21.3%

Carmen Arace Middle School — Students at Carmen Arace Middle School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 44.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
83%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
80%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
88%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
16%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
23%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
19%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
18%
ELA
30%

* 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: 2.2/10.

How Carmen Arace Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.3/10
17th percentile in CT
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

Location

390 Park Avenue, Bloomfield, CT 06002

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carmen Arace Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. King Philip Middle School (rated 8.2/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby West Hartford), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST TIMOTHY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby West Hartford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carmen Arace Intermediate School (rated 4.8/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bloomfield, see our Bloomfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Carmen Arace Intermediate School Bloomfield 0.0 mi 4.8
Metacomet School Bloomfield 0.3 mi 5.2
Bloomfield High School Bloomfield 0.6 mi 5.6
Laurel Literacy Academy Bloomfield 1.0 mi 9.6
Museum Academy Bloomfield 0.9 mi 3.9
Bulkeley High School Hartford 1.5 mi 4.0
Weaver High School Hartford 1.7 mi 3.5
Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: High School Campu Hartford 1.7 mi
NEW ENGLAND JEWISH ACADEMY West Hartford 1.8 mi 7.2
University High School of Science and Engineering Hartford 2.0 mi 7.0
University of Hartford Magnet School West Hartford 2.1 mi 3.7
Rawson School Hartford 2.1 mi 3.6
Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School Bloomfield 1.8 mi 4.5
WATKINSON SCHOOL Hartford 2.3 mi 7.2
STEM Magnet at Annie Fisher School Hartford 2.3 mi 5.6
Montessori Magnet at Fisher School Hartford 2.3 mi 3.5
OAK HILL SCHOOL Hartford 2.3 mi 7.2
Aiken School West Hartford 2.2 mi 8.4
King Philip Middle School West Hartford 2.4 mi 8.2
ST TIMOTHY MIDDLE SCHOOL West Hartford 2.3 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,436

Median Home Value

$269,000

Median Rent

$1,681/mo

Population

21,547

College Educated

39.1%

Homeownership

70.5%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

47.1

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M. L. King Jr. Middle School Hartford, CT 4.3
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Stafford Middle School Stafford Springs, CT 4.5
Thompson Middle School North Grosvenordale, CT 4.1
Derby Middle School Derby, CT 4.7
Preston Plains School Preston, CT 4.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carmen Arace Middle School

What grades does Carmen Arace Middle School serve?

Carmen Arace Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Carmen Arace Middle School?

Carmen Arace Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 216 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carmen Arace Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Carmen Arace Middle School is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carmen Arace Middle School rank in CT?

Carmen Arace Middle School ranks #825 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Carmen Arace Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Carmen Arace Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Carmen Arace Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Carmen Arace Middle School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Carmen Arace Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Carmen Arace Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

63.0% of students at Carmen Arace 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
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
216
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.3%

District

Bloomfield School District
District Enrollment
1,982
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,662
District Rank
#7 of 7

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