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City Hill Middle School

Middle School · Naugatuck School District

441 City Hill St., Naugatuck, CT 06770

Enrollment

636

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.2

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#701 of 990

In Naugatuck

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#7 of 9

Naugatuck School District

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City Hill Middle School

5.2/10

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

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About City Hill Middle School

City Hill Middle School is a public middle school in Naugatuck, CT, part of Naugatuck School District. City Hill Middle School serves approximately 636 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. City Hill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #701 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for City Hill Middle School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • CT avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,670
Chronic Absenteeism29.2%

City Hill Middle School — Students at City Hill Middle School score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.0% (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
80%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
74%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
22%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
31%
ELA
42%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How City Hill Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
29th percentile in CT
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.2%

Location

441 City Hill St., Naugatuck, CT 06770

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering City Hill Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Cross Street Intermediate School (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hillside Intermediate School (rated 5.3/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Naugatuck, see our Naugatuck schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ASPIRE LIVING & LEARNING ACADEMY Naugatuck 0.7 mi
MESIVTA YESODEI HATORAH Naugatuck 0.7 mi 6.5
Maple Hill School Naugatuck 1.0 mi 7.8
Hop Brook Elementary School Naugatuck 1.1 mi 5.9
Salem School Naugatuck 1.1 mi 4.9
Hillside Intermediate School Naugatuck 1.1 mi 5.3
Cross Street Intermediate School Naugatuck 1.6 mi 5.7
Andrew Avenue School Naugatuck 1.7 mi 6.5
Gilmartin School Waterbury 2.2 mi 2.8
Western School Naugatuck 1.7 mi 6.8
Naugatuck High School Naugatuck 1.9 mi 3.7
Hopeville School Waterbury 2.8 mi 3.8
B. W. Tinker School Waterbury 3.1 mi 2.4
Wendell L. Cross School Waterbury 3.0 mi 3.7
HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL Waterbury 3.0 mi 5.1
Washington School Waterbury 3.5 mi 2.8
Duggan School Waterbury 3.5 mi 5.4
Laurel Ledge School Beacon Falls 3.4 mi 8.4
Maloney Interdistrict Magnet School Waterbury 3.9 mi 4.8
John F. Kennedy High School Waterbury 3.8 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06770 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,047

Median Home Value

$241,500

Median Rent

$1,309/mo

Population

31,671

College Educated

32.3%

Homeownership

68.3%

Avg Commute

33.7 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

39.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about City Hill Middle School

What grades does City Hill Middle School serve?

City Hill Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend City Hill Middle School?

City Hill Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 636 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at City Hill Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at City Hill Middle School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does City Hill Middle School rank in CT?

City Hill Middle School ranks #701 of 990 schools in CT.

What is City Hill Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

City Hill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 City Hill Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, City Hill Middle School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is City Hill Middle School a charter school?

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

Is City Hill Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

61.0% of students at City Hill 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
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 4
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.2%

District

Naugatuck School District
District Enrollment
4,231
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,670
District Rank
#7 of 9

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