Serving 884 students in grades 6-8, Groton 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 32% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 884 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Groton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Groton Middle School's student population of 884 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
884 students
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
School Rankings
Groton 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 Groton Middle School is 0.69, which is more 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
#534 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
28%
32%
Black
7%
12%
White
47%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Groton School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Groton Middle School's ranking?
Groton Middle School is ranked #534 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Groton Middle School?
884 students attend Groton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Groton Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Groton Middle School?
Groton Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Groton Middle School offer ?
Groton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Groton Middle School part of?
Groton Middle School is part of Groton School District.
In what neighborhood is Groton Middle School located?
Groton Middle School is located in the Poquonock Bridge neighborhood of Groton, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Poquonock Bridge.
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