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West Middle School

Elementary School · Hartford School District

44 Niles Street, Hartford, CT 06112

Enrollment

306

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#716 of 990

In Hartford

#11 of 42

public schools

In district

#11 of 39

Hartford School District

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West Middle School

5.1/10

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

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4.6/10

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About West Middle School

West Middle School is a public elementary school in Hartford, CT, part of Hartford School District. West Middle School serves approximately 306 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. West Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #716 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for West Middle School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 4.7
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.78 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)11% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,687
Chronic Absenteeism28.1%

West Middle School — Students at West Middle School score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 29.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 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
59%
ELA
38%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
16%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
18%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
19%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
17%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How West Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.1/10
28th percentile in CT
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.1%

Location

44 Niles Street, Hartford, CT 06112

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Middle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Breakthrough Magnet School North (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARTFORD ADVENTIST ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sanchez School (rated 4.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hartford, see our Hartford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Jumoke Academy Hartford 0.1 mi 4.6
TRINITY ACADEMY OF HARTFORD Hartford 0.2 mi 7.0
Classical Magnet School Hartford 0.3 mi 5.7
Renzulli Gifted and Talented Academy Hartford 0.3 mi 7.6
Hartford Public High School Hartford 0.4 mi 4.2
COVENANT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Hartford 0.5 mi
Burns Latino Studies Academy Hartford 0.7 mi 4.1
Hartford PreKindergarten Magnet School: South Campus Hartford 0.7 mi
HARTFORD ADVENTIST ACADEMY Hartford 0.9 mi 5.7
Sanchez School Hartford 0.9 mi 4.6
Achievement First Hartford Academy Hartford 1.0 mi 5.4
Global Communications Academy Hartford 0.8 mi 3.3
Hartford PreKindergarten Magnet School: North Campus Hartford 0.8 mi 3.0
Wish Museum School Hartford 1.0 mi 3.9
M. L. King Jr. Middle School Hartford 1.1 mi 4.3
Breakthrough Magnet School North Hartford 1.1 mi 7.0
Webster Micro Society Magnet School Hartford 0.8 mi 3.4
OPTIONS EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Hartford 0.9 mi
Parkville Community School Hartford 1.1 mi 2.9
EAGLE HOUSE EDUCATION PROGRAM Hartford 1.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,010

Median Home Value

$203,300

Median Rent

$1,229/mo

Population

21,918

College Educated

9.7%

Homeownership

40.2%

Avg Commute

25.3 min

Poverty Rate

22.2%

Median Age

30.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Middle School

What grades does West Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend West Middle School?

West Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 306 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at West Middle School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Middle School rank in CT?

West Middle School ranks #716 of 990 schools in CT.

What is West Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

West Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 West Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Middle School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is West Middle School a charter school?

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

Is West Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

89.9% of students at West 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
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
66 Good Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
306
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.1%

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