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Farm Hill School

Elementary School · Middletown School District

390 Ridge Rd., Middletown, CT 06457

Enrollment

276

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#627 of 990

In Middletown

#6 of 11

public schools

In district

#6 of 10

Middletown School District

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Farm Hill School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Middletown · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.0/10

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4.8/10

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About Farm Hill School

Farm Hill School is a public elementary school in Middletown, CT, part of Middletown School District. Farm Hill School serves approximately 276 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Farm Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #627 of 990 schools in CT.

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

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,370
Chronic Absenteeism26.1%

Farm Hill School — Students at Farm Hill School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.0% (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
87%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
32%
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: 5.2/10.

How Farm Hill School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
37th percentile in CT
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
6.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

Location

390 Ridge Rd., Middletown, CT 06457

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Farm Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Valley View School (rated 7.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wesley School (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MacDonough School (rated 7.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Beman Middle School Middletown 0.2 mi 5.0
Bielefield School Middletown 0.5 mi 4.8
ST JOHN PAUL II SCHOOL Middletown 1.1 mi 6.5
XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL Middletown 1.1 mi 4.2
Wesley School Middletown 1.7 mi 7.3
Snow School Middletown 1.6 mi 6.9
MacDonough School Middletown 2.1 mi 7.2
Vinal Technical High School Middletown 1.9 mi 3.7
MERCY HIGH SCHOOL Middletown 1.8 mi 5.2
Brownstone Intermediate School Portland 2.7 mi 6.4
Valley View School Portland 2.8 mi 7.4
Spencer School Middletown 2.5 mi 5.2
Portland Middle School Portland 3.1 mi 5.7
Portland High School Portland 3.1 mi 6.1
Middlefield Memorial School Middlefield 2.9 mi 6.2
Middletown High School Middletown 3.3 mi 7.0
THE INDEPENDENT DAY SCHOOL Middlefield 3.2 mi 7.1
Gildersleeve School Portland 3.8 mi 7.2
Lawrence School Middletown 4.0 mi 5.5
ADELBROOK Cromwell 4.5 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06457 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,003

Median Home Value

$279,500

Median Rent

$1,392/mo

Population

46,690

College Educated

40.7%

Homeownership

53.1%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

39.8

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Uncas Elementary School Norwich, CT 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Farm Hill School

What grades does Farm Hill School serve?

Farm Hill School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Farm Hill School?

Farm Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 276 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Farm Hill School?

The student-teacher ratio at Farm Hill School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Farm Hill School rank in CT?

Farm Hill School ranks #627 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Farm Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?

Farm Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Farm Hill School?

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

Is Farm Hill School a charter school?

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

Is Farm Hill School a Title I school?

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

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

57.6% of students at Farm Hill 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
38 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
276
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 3
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

District

Middletown School District
District Enrollment
4,378
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,370
District Rank
#6 of 10

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