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#114 of 990 schools in CT

Top 11% in state

Coleytown Middle School

Middle School · Westport School District

255 North Ave., Westport, CT 06880

Enrollment

486

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

8.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#114 of 990

In Westport

#7 of 8

public schools

In district

#7 of 8

Westport School District

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Coleytown Middle School

8.7/10

Middle School in Westport · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.3/10

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About Coleytown Middle School

Coleytown Middle School is a public middle school in Westport, CT, part of Westport School District. Coleytown Middle School serves approximately 486 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Coleytown Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #114 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Coleytown Middle School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • CT avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)80% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,010
Chronic Absenteeism9.1%

Coleytown Middle School — Students at Coleytown Middle School score 77% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 80%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 81.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 84.5% (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
97%
ELA
96%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
98%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
98%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
86%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
81%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
79%
ELA
81%
2018
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2020*
Math
71%
ELA
73%
2021*
Math
71%
ELA
73%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
77%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Coleytown Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
89th percentile in CT
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

255 North Ave., Westport, CT 06880

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Coleytown Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bedford Middle School (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Weston Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Weston), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Westport, see our Westport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Coleytown Elementary School Westport 0.2 mi 9.3
ST PAUL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Westport 0.5 mi
Bedford Middle School Westport 1.8 mi 8.5
Staples High School Westport 2.0 mi 9.3
Hurlbutt Elementary School Weston 2.3 mi 7.9
Weston Intermediate School Weston 2.4 mi 8.8
Weston High School Weston 2.6 mi 9.0
King's Highway Elementary School Westport 3.0 mi 9.3
Weston Middle School Weston 2.8 mi 8.3
Saugatuck Elementary School Westport 3.1 mi 8.9
Dwight Elementary School Fairfield 2.5 mi 9.2
Green's Farms School Westport 3.1 mi 9.5
PIERREPONT SCHOOL Westport 3.2 mi 8.3
Long Lots School Westport 3.0 mi 9.4
THE LEARNING COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Westport 3.5 mi
Cranbury Elementary School Norwalk 3.0 mi 5.1
Wolfpit Integrated Arts Elementary School Norwalk 3.5 mi 6.9
FAIRFIELD COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Fairfield 3.1 mi 7.1
GRUMMAN HILL MONTESSORI ASSOC., INC. Wilton 3.2 mi 7.0
Norwalk Early Childhood Center Norwalk 3.9 mi 2.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06880 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$250,001

Median Home Value

$1,244,200

Median Rent

$2,369/mo

Population

27,364

College Educated

77.7%

Homeownership

87.1%

Avg Commute

40.6 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

45.7

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Irving A. Robbins Middle School Farmington, CT 8.5
John Read Middle School Redding, CT 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Coleytown Middle School

What grades does Coleytown Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Coleytown Middle School?

Coleytown Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 486 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Coleytown Middle School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Coleytown Middle School rank in CT?

Coleytown Middle School ranks #114 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Coleytown Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Coleytown Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Coleytown Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Coleytown Middle School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Coleytown Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Coleytown Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 9
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.1%

District

Westport School District
District Enrollment
5,333
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,010
District Rank
#7 of 8

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