Serving 372 students in grades 5-8, Brooklyn Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brooklyn Middle School's student population of 372 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Together, Succeeding Together
School Rankings
Brooklyn Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#493 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
13%
31%
Black
2%
12%
White
78%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn Middle School's ranking?
Brooklyn Middle School is ranked #493 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Brooklyn Middle School?
372 students attend Brooklyn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Brooklyn Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooklyn Middle School?
Brooklyn Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Middle School offer ?
Brooklyn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Middle School part of?
Brooklyn Middle School is part of Brooklyn School District.
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