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#190 of 990 schools in CT

Top 19% in state

E. C. Adams Middle School

Middle School · Guilford School District

233 Church St., Guilford, CT 06437

Enrollment

482

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

8.2

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#190 of 990

In Guilford

#7 of 7

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

Guilford School District

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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E. C. Adams Middle School

8.2/10

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

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8.7/10

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About E. C. Adams Middle School

E. C. Adams Middle School is a public middle school in Guilford, CT, part of Guilford School District.

E. C. Adams Middle School serves approximately 482 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio.

E. C. Adams Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #190 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for E. C. Adams Middle School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • CT avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency69% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,349
Chronic Absenteeism8.1%

E. C. Adams Middle School — Students at E. C. Adams Middle School score 69% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 79.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 86.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
98%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
85%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
83%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
83%
2018
Math
80%
ELA
83%
2019
Math
80%
ELA
83%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
64%
ELA
74%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How E. C. Adams Middle School Compares

See how E. C. Adams Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
81th percentile in CT
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.1%

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

233 Church St., Guilford, CT 06437

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering E. C. Adams Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. A. Baldwin Middle School (rated 8.5/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Walter C. Polson Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Madison), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Francis Walsh Intermediate School (rated 6.4/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Branford), a more accessible option. For more schools in Guilford, see our Guilford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.8 mi
School Distance Rating
A. W. Cox School Guilford 0.7 mi 8.7
Calvin Leete School Guilford 1.0 mi 8.9
Guilford High School Guilford 1.9 mi 8.4
Guilford Lakes School Guilford 2.5 mi 8.6
A. Baldwin Middle School Guilford 3.6 mi 8.5
THE COUNTRY SCHOOL Madison 3.4 mi 6.6
Daniel Hand High School Madison 3.4 mi 8.6
Walter C. Polson Middle School Madison 3.4 mi 7.4
CELC MIDDLE SCHOOL Branford 3.7 mi
J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School Madison 3.6 mi 8.9
GROVE SCHOOL Madison 3.8 mi 6.9
Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School Madison 4.5 mi 8.6
Dr. Robert H. Brown Intermediate School Madison 4.6 mi 8.0
OUR LADY OF MERCY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Madison 4.5 mi 6.2
Melissa Jones School Guilford 5.7 mi 8.4
Francis Walsh Intermediate School Branford 5.1 mi 6.4
Mary R. Tisko School Branford 5.4 mi 6.3
Branford High School Branford 6.1 mi 6.1
North Branford Intermediate School North Branford 6.7 mi 6.0
North Branford High School North Branford 6.8 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06437 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$130,036

Median Home Value

$491,300

Median Rent

$1,754/mo

Population

22,037

College Educated

57.6%

Homeownership

84.9%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

50.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Avon Middle School Avon, CT 8.2
Central Middle School Greenwich, CT 8.2
East Ridge Middle School Ridgefield, CT 8.2
Scotts Ridge Middle School Ridgefield, CT 8.1
Stonington Middle School Mystic, CT 8.1
Weston Middle School Weston, CT 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about E. C. Adams Middle School

What grades does E. C. Adams Middle School serve?

E. C. Adams Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend E. C. Adams Middle School?

E. C. Adams Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 482 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at E. C. Adams Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at E. C. Adams Middle School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does E. C. Adams Middle School rank in CT?

E. C. Adams Middle School ranks #190 of 990 schools in CT.

What is E. C. Adams Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

E. C. Adams Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 E. C. Adams Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, E. C. Adams Middle School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is E. C. Adams Middle School a charter school?

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

Is E. C. Adams Middle School a Title I school?

No, E. C. Adams Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for E. C. Adams Middle School?

13.7% of students at E. C. Adams 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
56 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 7
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.1%

District

Guilford School District
District Enrollment
3,130
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,349
District Rank
#7 of 7

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