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Eli Terry Jr. Middle School

Middle School · Plymouth School District

21 North Main Street, Terryville, CT 06786

Enrollment

276

Student-Teacher

9.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#431 of 990

In Terryville

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Plymouth School District

Academic performance

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Eli Terry Jr. Middle School

6.8/10

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

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6.4/10

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5.5/10

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About Eli Terry Jr. Middle School

Eli Terry Jr. Middle School is a public middle school in Terryville, CT, part of Plymouth School District. Eli Terry Jr.

Middle School serves approximately 276 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Eli Terry Jr. Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #431 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Eli Terry Jr. Middle School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above CT schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • CT avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Eli Terry Jr. 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 Progress6.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment5.8Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,255
Chronic Absenteeism22.8%

Eli Terry Jr. Middle School — Students at Eli Terry Jr. Middle School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

50.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.1% (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
89%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
85%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
44%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
56%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Eli Terry Jr. Middle School Compares

See how Eli Terry Jr. Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
57th percentile in CT
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

Location

21 North Main Street, Terryville, CT 06786

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eli Terry Jr. Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Chippens Hill Middle School (rated 5.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Bristol), a more accessible option. Another option is Thomaston Center School (rated 5.1/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Thomaston), a more accessible option. Additionally, North End Middle School (rated 4.8/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Waterbury), a more accessible option. For more schools in Terryville, see our Terryville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Harry S. Fisher Elementary School Terryville 0.4 mi 6.4
Terryville High School Terryville 1.4 mi 5.5
West Bristol School Bristol 1.5 mi 5.1
Plymouth Center School Plymouth 2.3 mi 8.3
Chippens Hill Middle School Bristol 2.7 mi 5.6
Bristol Central High School Bristol 2.9 mi 4.9
South Side School Bristol 3.3 mi 7.5
CONNECTICUT JUNIOR REPUBLIC-BRISTOL Bristol 3.3 mi
Thomaston Center School Thomaston 3.4 mi 5.1
Wakelee School Wolcott 4.9 mi 7.5
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Bristol 3.7 mi 6.1
Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School Bristol 3.7 mi
Alcott School Wolcott 4.7 mi 6.8
Wilby High School Waterbury 5.3 mi 3.0
North End Middle School Waterbury 5.3 mi 4.8
Wolcott High School Wolcott 5.3 mi 5.5
Bucks Hill School Waterbury 5.6 mi 5.8
Black Rock School Thomaston 4.5 mi 6.2
Bristol Eastern High School Bristol 4.5 mi 4.9
Edgewood Pre-K Academy Bristol 4.7 mi 3.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06786 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,855

Median Home Value

$237,200

Median Rent

$1,141/mo

Population

9,617

College Educated

27.6%

Homeownership

76.8%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

43.3

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Frank Ward Strong School Durham, CT 6.9
Lebanon Middle School Lebanon, CT 7.1
Northwestern Regional Middle School Winsted, CT 6.5
RHAM Middle School Hebron, CT 6.5
Brownstone Intermediate School Portland, CT 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eli Terry Jr. Middle School

What grades does Eli Terry Jr. Middle School serve?

Eli Terry Jr. Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Eli Terry Jr. Middle School?

Eli Terry Jr. Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 276 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Eli Terry Jr. Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Eli Terry Jr. Middle School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Eli Terry Jr. Middle School rank in CT?

Eli Terry Jr. Middle School ranks #431 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Eli Terry Jr. Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Eli Terry Jr. Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Eli Terry Jr. Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Eli Terry Jr. Middle School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Eli Terry Jr. Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Eli Terry Jr. Middle School a Title I school?

No, Eli Terry Jr. Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eli Terry Jr. Middle School?

50.4% of students at Eli Terry Jr. 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
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
276
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
50.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 4
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

District

Plymouth School District
District Enrollment
1,279
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,255
District Rank
#2 of 4

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