Very Good
#273 of 990 schools in CT
Top 28% in state
Old Saybrook Middle School
Middle School · Old Saybrook School District
60 Sheffield St., Old Saybrook, CT 06475
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
7.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#273 of 990
In Old Saybrook
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Old Saybrook School District
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Old Saybrook Middle School
Old Saybrook Middle School is a public middle school in Old Saybrook, CT, part of Old Saybrook School District. Old Saybrook Middle School serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 7.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Old Saybrook Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #273 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Old Saybrook Middle School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- CT avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 7.9:1 students to teachers, Old Saybrook 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
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Old Saybrook Middle School — Students at Old Saybrook Middle School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.6%
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: 6.5/10.
How Old Saybrook Middle School Compares
See how Old Saybrook Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
60 Sheffield St., Old Saybrook, CT 06475
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Old Saybrook Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Westbrook Middle School (rated 9.1/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Westbrook), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School (rated 8.6/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Old Lyme), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Jared Eliot School (rated 6.6/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Clinton), a more accessible option. For more schools in Old Saybrook, see our Old Saybrook schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Old Saybrook | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Kathleen E. Goodwin School Old Saybrook | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Old Saybrook Senior High School Old Saybrook | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| THE CHILDREN'S TREE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Old Saybrook | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Center School Old Lyme | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School Old Lyme | 3.1 mi | 8.6 |
| Lyme-Old Lyme High School Old Lyme | 3.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Daisy Ingraham School Westbrook | 3.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Essex Elementary School Centerbrook | 4.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Westbrook High School Westbrook | 4.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Westbrook Middle School Westbrook | 4.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Mile Creek School Old Lyme | 4.6 mi | 9.2 |
| Valley Regional High School Deep River | 6.9 mi | 8.3 |
| John Winthrop Middle School Deep River | 6.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Deep River Elementary School Deep River | 7.4 mi | 9.3 |
| Lyme Consolidated School Lyme | 8.7 mi | 9.3 |
| MONTESSORI CIRCLE OF FRIENDS Chester | 8.8 mi | — |
| Chester Elementary School Chester | 9.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Jared Eliot School Clinton | 7.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Lewin G. Joel Jr. School Clinton | 8.0 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06475 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,500
Median Home Value
$479,100
Median Rent
$1,823/mo
Population
10,515
College Educated
56.6%
Homeownership
85.4%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
55.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Capt. Nathan Hale School Coventry, CT | 7.6 |
| Harborside Middle School Milford, CT | 7.6 |
| Rochambeau Middle School Southbury, CT | 7.6 |
| Sunset Ridge Middle School East Hartford, CT | 7.6 |
| Canton Intermediate School Canton, CT | 7.5 |
| Amity Middle School: Orange Orange, CT | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Old Saybrook Middle School
What grades does Old Saybrook Middle School serve?
Old Saybrook Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Old Saybrook Middle School?
Old Saybrook Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Old Saybrook Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Old Saybrook Middle School is 7.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Old Saybrook Middle School rank in CT?
Old Saybrook Middle School ranks #273 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Old Saybrook Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Old Saybrook Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Old Saybrook Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Old Saybrook Middle School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Old Saybrook Middle School a charter school?
No, Old Saybrook Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Old Saybrook Middle School a Title I school?
No, Old Saybrook Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Old Saybrook Middle School?
27.6% of students at Old Saybrook 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 301
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 3
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.6%
- Phone
- (860) 395-3168
Resources & Links
District
Old Saybrook School District- District Enrollment
- 1,030
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,849
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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