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#330 of 990 schools in CT

Top 33% in state

Wesley School

Elementary School · Middletown School District

10 Wesleyan Hills Rd., Middletown, CT 06457

Enrollment

231

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#330 of 990

In Middletown

#2 of 11

public schools

In district

#2 of 10

Middletown School District

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Wesley School

7.3/10

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

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About Wesley School

Wesley School is a public elementary school in Middletown, CT, part of Middletown School District. Wesley School serves approximately 231 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Wesley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #330 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Wesley School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.4
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,370
Chronic Absenteeism12.1%

Wesley School — Students at Wesley School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.5% (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
92%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
67%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Wesley School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
67th percentile in CT
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

Location

10 Wesleyan Hills Rd., Middletown, CT 06457

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wesley School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Moody School (rated 9.0/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MacDonough School (rated 7.2/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, THE INDEPENDENT DAY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Middlefield), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Vinal Technical High School Middletown 0.4 mi 3.7
MERCY HIGH SCHOOL Middletown 0.6 mi 5.2
Snow School Middletown 1.1 mi 6.9
Middlefield Memorial School Middlefield 1.3 mi 6.2
THE INDEPENDENT DAY SCHOOL Middlefield 1.5 mi 7.1
Beman Middle School Middletown 1.6 mi 5.0
Farm Hill School Middletown 1.7 mi 5.6
ST JOHN PAUL II SCHOOL Middletown 2.2 mi 6.5
Spencer School Middletown 2.7 mi 5.2
Bielefield School Middletown 2.2 mi 4.8
MacDonough School Middletown 2.9 mi 7.2
Coginchaug Regional High School Durham 3.3 mi 7.5
XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL Middletown 2.5 mi 4.2
Frank Ward Strong School Durham 3.4 mi 6.9
Middletown High School Middletown 3.6 mi 7.0
John Lyman School Middlefield 3.0 mi 7.1
Moody School Middletown 3.5 mi 9.0
Brownstone Intermediate School Portland 3.9 mi 6.4
Lawrence School Middletown 4.4 mi 5.5
Frederick Brewster School Durham 4.3 mi 6.5

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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bethlehem Elementary School Bethlehem, CT 7.3
John B. Sliney School Branford, CT 7.3
North Canaan Elementary School North Canaan, CT 7.3
Gildersleeve School Portland, CT 7.2
MacDonough School Middletown, CT 7.2
Polk School Oakville, CT 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wesley School

What grades does Wesley School serve?

Wesley School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Wesley School?

Wesley School has an enrollment of approximately 231 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wesley School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wesley School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wesley School rank in CT?

Wesley School ranks #330 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Wesley School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wesley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Wesley School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wesley School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wesley School a charter school?

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

Is Wesley School a Title I school?

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

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

33.8% of students at Wesley 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
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
231
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 3
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.1%

District

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

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