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Spencer School

Elementary School · Middletown School District

207 Westfield St., Middletown, CT 06457

Enrollment

254

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#700 of 990

In Middletown

#8 of 11

public schools

In district

#8 of 10

Middletown School District

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Spencer School

5.2/10

Elementary School in Middletown · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.0/10

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About Spencer School

Spencer School is a public elementary school in Middletown, CT, part of Middletown School District. Spencer School serves approximately 254 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Spencer School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #700 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Spencer School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,370
Chronic Absenteeism20.9%

Spencer School — Students at Spencer School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

59.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.2% (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
77%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
42%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Spencer School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
29th percentile in CT
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

Location

207 Westfield St., Middletown, CT 06457

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Spencer School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Moody School (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valley View School (rated 7.4/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wesley School (rated 7.3/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Middletown High School Middletown 1.0 mi 7.0
MacDonough School Middletown 1.1 mi 7.2
Snow School Middletown 1.6 mi 6.9
Lawrence School Middletown 1.7 mi 5.5
ST JOHN PAUL II SCHOOL Middletown 1.6 mi 6.5
MERCY HIGH SCHOOL Middletown 2.1 mi 5.2
Vinal Technical High School Middletown 2.4 mi 3.7
Moody School Middletown 1.8 mi 9.0
Wesley School Middletown 2.7 mi 7.3
Beman Middle School Middletown 2.3 mi 5.0
ADELBROOK Cromwell 2.7 mi 8.1
Brownstone Intermediate School Portland 2.2 mi 6.4
Middlefield Memorial School Middlefield 2.9 mi 6.2
Farm Hill School Middletown 2.5 mi 5.6
NORTHWEST CHILDRENS CENTER Cromwell 3.2 mi
Bielefield School Middletown 2.7 mi 4.8
Valley View School Portland 2.9 mi 7.4
Cromwell High School Cromwell 3.7 mi 6.5
THE INDEPENDENT DAY SCHOOL Middlefield 3.8 mi 7.1
Portland High School Portland 3.1 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06457 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,003

Median Home Value

$279,500

Median Rent

$1,392/mo

Population

46,690

College Educated

40.7%

Homeownership

53.1%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

39.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Spencer School

What grades does Spencer School serve?

Spencer School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Spencer School?

Spencer School has an enrollment of approximately 254 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Spencer School?

The student-teacher ratio at Spencer School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Spencer School rank in CT?

Spencer School ranks #700 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Spencer School's MySchoolScout rating?

Spencer School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Spencer School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Spencer School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Spencer School a charter school?

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

Is Spencer School a Title I school?

No, Spencer School is not currently a Title I school.

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

59.1% of students at Spencer 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
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
59.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 3
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

District

Middletown School District
District Enrollment
4,378
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,370
District Rank
#8 of 10

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