Reed Intermediate School

Reed Intermediate School serves 581 fifth and sixth-grade students in Newtown, Connecticut, offering a focused middle school experience during these crucial transitional years. With 49 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an excellent 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for more personalized attention and smaller class sizes. Academically, Reed Intermediate demonstrates solid performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks 182nd out of 996 Connecticut schools, placing it in the 82nd percentile statewide.

Students show strong literacy skills, with 68% achieving proficiency or above in ELA/Reading, while 59% meet proficiency standards in Math. These results reflect the school's commitment to building foundational skills as students prepare for their high school years. The school draws from an educated and affluent community where 54% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher and the median household income reaches $141,197.

With a low poverty rate of just 3.6%, families in the area are generally well-positioned to support their children's educational journey. Located on Trades Lane in this mid-size suburban community of approximately 15,500 residents, Reed Intermediate School serves as an important stepping stone in Newtown's educational pathway, preparing young adolescents for the challenges ahead in a supportive, well-resourced environment.