Serving 845 students in grades 7-8, Hamden 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 34% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 75% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 845 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamden Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Hamden Middle School's student population of 845 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
845 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hamden 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 Hamden Middle School is 0.74, 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
#599 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
30%
32%
Black
32%
12%
White
25%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamden Middle School's ranking?
Hamden Middle School is ranked #599 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Hamden Middle School often compared to?
Hamden Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Engineering - Science University Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Hamden Middle School?
845 students attend Hamden Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Hamden Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamden Middle School?
Hamden Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hamden Middle School offer ?
Hamden Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hamden Middle School part of?
Hamden Middle School is part of Hamden School District.
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