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Memorial Middle School

Middle School · Regional School District 15

PO Box 903, Middlebury, CT 06762

Enrollment

408

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

5.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#593 of 990

In Middlebury

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

Regional School District 15

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Memorial Middle School

5.8/10

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

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7.4/10

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About Memorial Middle School

Memorial Middle School is a public middle school in Middlebury, CT, part of Regional School District 15. Memorial Middle School serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Memorial Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #593 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Memorial Middle School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • CT avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,067
Chronic Absenteeism7.6%

Memorial Middle School — Students at Memorial Middle School score 48% 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

14%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 73.7% (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
91%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
69%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
50%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Memorial Middle School Compares

See how Memorial Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in CT
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

Location

PO Box 903, Middlebury, CT 06762

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Memorial Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Swift Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Oakville), which scores notably higher. Another option is ACES at Chase (rated 4.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Waterbury), a more accessible option. Additionally, West Side Middle School (rated 3.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Waterbury), a more accessible option. For more schools in Middlebury, see our Middlebury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Middlebury Elementary School Middlebury 1.1 mi 7.4
ACES at Chase Waterbury 1.4 mi 4.2
West Side Middle School Waterbury 1.6 mi 3.3
HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL Waterbury 1.7 mi 5.1
Carrington School Waterbury 2.1 mi 6.3
CATHOLIC STREAM ACADEMY OF WATERBURY Waterbury 1.8 mi 5.2
WESTOVER SCHOOL Middlebury 1.9 mi 6.8
John F. Kennedy High School Waterbury 1.8 mi 3.6
Bunker Hill School Waterbury 2.3 mi 2.7
B. W. Tinker School Waterbury 2.2 mi 2.4
W. F. Kaynor Technical High School Waterbury 2.6 mi 6.0
Swift Middle School Oakville 3.0 mi 6.9
Duggan School Waterbury 2.4 mi 5.4
ST MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL Oakville 3.3 mi 4.8
Brass City Charter School Waterbury 2.7 mi 3.4
Watertown High School Watertown 3.5 mi 5.2
Driggs School Waterbury 3.0 mi 4.2
YESHIVA K'TANA OF WATERBURY Waterbury 3.0 mi 5.0
Western School Naugatuck 3.7 mi 6.8
Maloney Interdistrict Magnet School Waterbury 2.9 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06762 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$142,750

Median Home Value

$452,000

Population

7,736

College Educated

53.4%

Homeownership

88.6%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

43.4

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Leonard J. Tyl Middle School Oakdale, CT 5.7
Woodbury Middle School Woodbury, CT 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Memorial Middle School

What grades does Memorial Middle School serve?

Memorial Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Memorial Middle School?

Memorial Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Memorial Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Memorial Middle School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Memorial Middle School rank in CT?

Memorial Middle School ranks #593 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Memorial Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Memorial 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 Memorial Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Memorial Middle School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Memorial Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Memorial Middle School a Title I school?

No, Memorial Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Memorial Middle School?

14.0% of students at Memorial 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
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
14.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 4
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

District

Regional School District 15
District Enrollment
3,435
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,067
District Rank
#7 of 7

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