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Silas Deane Middle School

Middle School · Wethersfield School District

551 Silas Deane Hwy., Wethersfield, CT 06109

Enrollment

572

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

5.8

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#600 of 990

In Wethersfield

#6 of 8

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

Wethersfield School District

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Silas Deane Middle School

5.8/10

Middle School in Wethersfield · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Silas Deane Middle School

Silas Deane Middle School is a public middle school in Wethersfield, CT, part of Wethersfield School District. Silas Deane Middle School serves approximately 572 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Silas Deane Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #600 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Silas Deane Middle School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% 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

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,014
Chronic Absenteeism13.5%

Silas Deane Middle School — Students at Silas Deane Middle School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 69.8% (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
92%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
46%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
46%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
40%
ELA
54%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Silas Deane Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in CT
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.5%

Location

551 Silas Deane Hwy., Wethersfield, CT 06109

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Silas Deane Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Betances STEM Magnet School (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Hartford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Burr Middle School (rated 2.6/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Hartford), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wethersfield, see our Wethersfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Wethersfield 0.1 mi 5.9
Wethersfield High School Wethersfield 0.4 mi 5.9
Alfred W. Hanmer School Wethersfield 0.5 mi 8.3
RAINBOW CENTER FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES Wethersfield 0.4 mi
Charles Wright School Wethersfield 0.5 mi 6.2
Discovery Academy Wethersfield 0.9 mi 4.6
Emerson-Williams School Wethersfield 1.0 mi 5.1
Naylor/CCSU Leadership Academy Hartford 1.5 mi 7.0
Dwight-Bellizzi Dual Language Academy Hartford 1.8 mi 3.2
Samuel B. Webb Elementary School Wethersfield 1.6 mi 6.6
HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF HARTFORD HIGH Hartford 2.3 mi
Burr Middle School Hartford 2.4 mi 2.6
Betances STEM Magnet School Hartford 2.4 mi 7.3
Highcrest School Wethersfield 2.3 mi 6.4
Kennelly School Hartford 2.4 mi 4.0
M. D. Fox School Hartford 2.6 mi 4.7
Myrtle H. Stevens School Rocky Hill 2.9 mi 8.2
Pathways Academy of Technology and Design East Hartford 2.6 mi 5.1
Sport and Medical Sciences Academy Hartford 2.9 mi 3.5
Riverside Magnet School at Goodwin University East Hartford 2.7 mi 3.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$118,523

Median Home Value

$300,500

Median Rent

$1,303/mo

Population

27,180

College Educated

54.5%

Homeownership

82%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

44.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Silas Deane Middle School

What grades does Silas Deane Middle School serve?

Silas Deane Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Silas Deane Middle School?

Silas Deane Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 572 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Silas Deane Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Silas Deane Middle School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Silas Deane Middle School rank in CT?

Silas Deane Middle School ranks #600 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Silas Deane Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Silas Deane 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 Silas Deane Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Silas Deane Middle School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Silas Deane Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Silas Deane Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

32.2% of students at Silas Deane 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
71 Very Walkable
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.5%

District

Wethersfield School District
District Enrollment
3,584
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,014
District Rank
#6 of 7

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