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#675 of 990 schools in CT
Windham Middle School
Middle School · Windham School District
123 Quarry St., Willimantic, CT 06226
Enrollment
565
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
565
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#675 of 990
In Willimantic
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
Windham School District
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Windham Middle School
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About Windham Middle School
Windham Middle School is a public middle school in Willimantic, CT, part of Windham School District. Windham Middle School serves approximately 565 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Windham Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #675 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Windham Middle School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- CT avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Windham Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
32% of students at Windham Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Windham Middle School — Students at Windham Middle School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.5/10.
How Windham Middle School Compares
See how Windham Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
123 Quarry St., Willimantic, CT 06226
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Windham Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mansfield Middle School (rated 8.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Storrs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Capt. Nathan Hale School (rated 7.6/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Coventry), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lebanon Middle School (rated 7.1/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Lebanon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Willimantic, see our Willimantic schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| W. B. Sweeney School Willimantic | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Windham Technical High School Willimantic | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| OAK GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mansfield | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Windham High School Willimantic | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT) Willimantic | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Natchaug School Willimantic | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| MT HOPE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mansfield Center | 3.1 mi | — |
| Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy North Windham | 2.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Mansfield Middle School Storrs | 3.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Windham Center School Windham | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| North Windham School North Windham | 3.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Horace W. Porter School Columbia | 4.0 mi | 5.2 |
| E. O. Smith High School Storrs | 5.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Lebanon Elementary School Lebanon | 5.9 mi | 8.5 |
| George Hersey Robertson School Coventry | 5.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Lebanon Middle School Lebanon | 6.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Lyman Memorial High School Lebanon | 7.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Capt. Nathan Hale School Coventry | 5.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Coventry High School Coventry | 6.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Coventry Academy Coventry | 6.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,103
Median Home Value
$181,100
Median Rent
$1,084/mo
Population
19,068
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
34.8%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
25.9%
Median Age
32.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Martin Kellogg Middle School Newington, CT | 5.4 |
| Ansonia Middle School Ansonia, CT | 5.5 |
| Roton Middle School Norwalk, CT | 5.5 |
| Tolland Middle School Tolland, CT | 5.5 |
| John Wallace Middle School Newington, CT | 5.3 |
| Lincoln Middle School Meriden, CT | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Windham Middle School
What grades does Windham Middle School serve?
Windham Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Windham Middle School?
Windham Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 565 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Windham Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Windham Middle School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Windham Middle School rank in CT?
Windham Middle School ranks #675 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Windham Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Windham Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Windham Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Windham Middle School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Windham Middle School a charter school?
No, Windham Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Windham Middle School a Title I school?
No, Windham Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Windham Middle School?
78.8% of students at Windham 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 565
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 8
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.5%
- Phone
- (860) 465-2351
Resources & Links
District
Windham School District- District Enrollment
- 3,226
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,646
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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