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Mabelle B. Avery Middle School

Middle School · Somers School District

1 Vision Boulevard, Somers, CT 06071

Enrollment

308

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

5.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#595 of 990

In Somers

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Somers School District

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Mabelle B. Avery Middle School

5.8/10

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

Somers Elementary School

6.2/10

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6.6/10

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About Mabelle B. Avery Middle School

Mabelle B. Avery Middle School is a public middle school in Somers, CT, part of Somers School District. Mabelle B.

Avery Middle School serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Mabelle B. Avery Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #595 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Mabelle B. Avery Middle School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below CT schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • CT avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Mabelle B. Avery Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)80% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,405
Chronic Absenteeism13.3%

Mabelle B. Avery Middle School — Students at Mabelle B. Avery Middle School score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 80%).

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Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 71.7% (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
95%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
95%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
95%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
69%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
66%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
66%
2022
Math
51%
ELA
66%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Mabelle B. Avery Middle School Compares

See how Mabelle B. Avery Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in CT
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

Location

1 Vision Boulevard, Somers, CT 06071

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mabelle B. Avery Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Glenbrook Middle (rated 7.7/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Longmeadow), which scores notably higher. Another option is Birchland Park (rated 6.8/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby East Longmeadow), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ellington Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Ellington), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Somers, see our Somers schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Somers Elementary School Somers 0.2 mi 6.2
Somers High School Somers 0.2 mi 6.6
Ellington High School Ellington 4.9 mi 7.3
Mountain View East Longmeadow 5.1 mi 5.1
Center School Ellington 5.3 mi 7.6
Hazardville Memorial School Enfield 4.1 mi 9.5
Crystal Lake School Ellington 5.4 mi 7.1
Eli Whitney School Enfield 4.9 mi 5.4
Green Meadows Elementary Hampden 6.5 mi 7.7
Ellington Middle School Ellington 6.9 mi 6.2
Meadow Brook East Longmeadow 6.9 mi 4.1
East Longmeadow High East Longmeadow 6.4 mi 7.1
Birchland Park East Longmeadow 6.8 mi 6.8
East Windsor Middle School Broad Brook 5.9 mi 5.6
Mapleshade East Longmeadow 6.8 mi 5.2
John F. Kennedy Middle School Enfield 5.5 mi 3.8
Henry Barnard School Enfield 5.5 mi 9.3
Broad Brook Elementary School East Windsor 6.5 mi 6.5
Glenbrook Middle Longmeadow 6.4 mi 7.7
Maple Street School Rockville 7.7 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,833

Median Home Value

$379,300

Median Rent

$1,069/mo

Population

10,554

College Educated

37.2%

Homeownership

89.5%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

1.9%

Median Age

44.3

Similar Schools

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School Rating
East Shore Middle School Milford, CT 5.8
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Memorial Middle School Middlebury, CT 5.8
Cross Street Intermediate School Naugatuck, CT 5.7
Portland Middle School Portland, CT 5.7
Woodbury Middle School Woodbury, CT 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mabelle B. Avery Middle School

What grades does Mabelle B. Avery Middle School serve?

Mabelle B. Avery Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Mabelle B. Avery Middle School?

Mabelle B. Avery Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mabelle B. Avery Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mabelle B. Avery Middle School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mabelle B. Avery Middle School rank in CT?

Mabelle B. Avery Middle School ranks #595 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Mabelle B. Avery Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mabelle B. Avery Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Mabelle B. Avery Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mabelle B. Avery Middle School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mabelle B. Avery Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Mabelle B. Avery Middle School a Title I school?

No, Mabelle B. Avery Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

District

Somers School District
District Enrollment
1,357
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,405
District Rank
#3 of 3

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