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#218 of 990 schools in CT

Top 22% in state

Stonington Middle School

Middle School · Stonington School District

204 Mistuxet Ave., Mystic, CT 06355

Enrollment

394

Student-Teacher

8.6:1

Score

8.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#218 of 990

In Mystic

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Stonington School District

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Stonington Middle School

8.1/10

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

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About Stonington Middle School

Stonington Middle School is a public middle school in Mystic, CT, part of Stonington School District. Stonington Middle School serves approximately 394 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Stonington Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #218 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Stonington Middle School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.9 pts above CT schools
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • CT avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Stonington 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency71% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,209
Chronic Absenteeism14%

Stonington Middle School — Students at Stonington Middle School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 69.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 77.5% (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
91%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
73%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
71%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
71%
2022
Math
55%
ELA
71%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Stonington Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.1/10
78th percentile in CT
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
25%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.0%

Location

204 Mistuxet Ave., Mystic, CT 06355

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stonington Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Deans Mill School (rated 9.5/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Stonington), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Vine Street School (rated 9.4/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Pawcatuck), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Stonington Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby North Stonington), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mystic, see our Mystic schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Deans Mill School Stonington 1.0 mi 9.5
Northeast Academy Magnet School Mystic 2.7 mi 7.7
PINE POINT SCHOOL Stonington 2.6 mi 6.9
Mystic River Magnet School Mystic 2.9 mi 6.2
Robert E. Fitch High School Groton 3.8 mi 7.6
Groton Middle School Groton 3.8 mi 7.9
Ella T. Grasso Technical High School Groton 3.9 mi 6.4
Gallup Hill School Ledyard 5.1 mi 5.0
Stonington High School Pawcatuck 4.4 mi 7.3
Ledyard High School Ledyard 6.1 mi 5.5
North Stonington Elementary School North Stonington 6.3 mi 8.5
Wheeler High School North Stonington 6.3 mi 7.1
West Vine Street School Pawcatuck 5.7 mi 9.4
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Pawcatuck 5.7 mi 4.2
Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School Groton 6.1 mi 8.2
State Street School Westerly 6.3 mi 8.1
Springbrook Elementary School Westerly 6.7 mi 5.2
NORTH STONINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY North Stonington 7.1 mi 6.6
Westerly Inclusion Preschool P Westerly 6.5 mi 5.8
Thames River Magnet School Groton 6.5 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06355 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,367

Median Home Value

$416,600

Median Rent

$1,722/mo

Population

12,223

College Educated

57.5%

Homeownership

82.3%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

2.7%

Median Age

53.3

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Amity Middle School: Orange Orange, CT 8.0
Avon Middle School Avon, CT 8.2
Central Middle School Greenwich, CT 8.2
E. C. Adams Middle School Guilford, CT 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stonington Middle School

What grades does Stonington Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Stonington Middle School?

Stonington Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 394 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Stonington Middle School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stonington Middle School rank in CT?

Stonington Middle School ranks #218 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Stonington Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Stonington Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Stonington Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stonington Middle School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Stonington Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Stonington Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

25.1% of students at Stonington 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
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
394
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 8
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.0%

District

Stonington School District
District Enrollment
1,762
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,209
District Rank
#3 of 4

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