Below Average
#747 of 990 schools in CT
Harry M. Bailey Middle School
Middle School · West Haven School District
106 Morgan Ln., West Haven, CT 06516
Enrollment
885
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
885
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
4.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#747 of 990
In West Haven
#8 of 10
public schools
In district
#7 of 9
West Haven School District
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Harry M. Bailey Middle School
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About Harry M. Bailey Middle School
Harry M. Bailey Middle School is a public middle school in West Haven, CT, part of West Haven School District. Harry M.
Bailey Middle School serves approximately 885 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Harry M. Bailey Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #747 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Harry M. Bailey Middle School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- CT avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Harry M. Bailey Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Harry M. Bailey Middle School — Students at Harry M. Bailey Middle School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.1/10.
How Harry M. Bailey Middle School Compares
See how Harry M. Bailey Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
106 Morgan Ln., West Haven, CT 06516
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harry M. Bailey Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. East Shore Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Milford), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Carrigan 5/6 Intermediate School (rated 5.0/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in West Haven, see our West Haven schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Seth G. Haley School West Haven | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Edith E. Mackrille School West Haven | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Alma E. Pagels School West Haven | 0.9 mi | 6.3 |
| WOODHOUSE ACADEMY Milford | 1.1 mi | — |
| HOPE ACADEMY Orange | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| West Haven High School West Haven | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Live Oaks School Milford | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Washington School West Haven | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| MILESTONES BEHAVIORAL SERVICES Orange | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| East Shore Middle School Milford | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL West Haven | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Engineering - Science University Magnet School West Haven | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Carrigan 5/6 Intermediate School West Haven | 2.6 mi | 5.0 |
| ST LAWRENCE SCHOOL West Haven | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Savin Rock Community School West Haven | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| MILFORD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Milford | 2.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Race Brook School Orange | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Forest School West Haven | 3.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Joseph A. Foran High School Milford | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| THE FOUNDATION SCHOOL HIGH SCHOOL Milford | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06516 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,566
Median Home Value
$265,200
Median Rent
$1,389/mo
Population
55,147
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
51.1%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
36
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sage Park Middle School Windsor, CT | 4.9 |
| Beman Middle School Middletown, CT | 5.0 |
| Carrigan 5/6 Intermediate School West Haven, CT | 5.0 |
| Dolan School Stamford, CT | 4.8 |
| North End Middle School Waterbury, CT | 4.8 |
| City Hill Middle School Naugatuck, CT | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harry M. Bailey Middle School
What grades does Harry M. Bailey Middle School serve?
Harry M. Bailey Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Harry M. Bailey Middle School?
Harry M. Bailey Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 885 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harry M. Bailey Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harry M. Bailey 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 Harry M. Bailey Middle School rank in CT?
Harry M. Bailey Middle School ranks #747 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Harry M. Bailey Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harry M. Bailey Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Harry M. Bailey Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harry M. Bailey Middle School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Harry M. Bailey Middle School a charter school?
No, Harry M. Bailey Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harry M. Bailey Middle School a Title I school?
No, Harry M. Bailey Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harry M. Bailey Middle School?
56.4% of students at Harry M. Bailey 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 885
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 88
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 7
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.3%
- Phone
- (203) 937-4380
Resources & Links
District
West Haven School District- District Enrollment
- 5,998
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,723
- District Rank
- #7 of 9
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