Serving 781 students in grades 6-8, Slade 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 4% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 781 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Slade Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Slade Middle School's student population of 781 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
781 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Slade 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 Slade Middle School is 0.45, 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
#928 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
73%
32%
Black
11%
12%
White
10%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New Britain School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slade Middle School's ranking?
Slade Middle School is ranked #928 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Slade Middle School often compared to?
Slade Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pulaski Middle School, Diloreto Elementary & Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Slade Middle School?
781 students attend Slade Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Slade Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Slade Middle School?
Slade Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Slade Middle School offer ?
Slade Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Slade Middle School part of?
Slade Middle School is part of New Britain School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
i dont recomend this school i have been bullied by my entier class this school dose not have good people or teachers the children are running ramped around the school while teachers sit down and watch the security guard has a tazer and will not hesitate to use it this school is down right dumb and this comes from a student
4 10/10/2025
I recommend this school it has improved and it has a better percentage of heritage than before this is an amazing school and i love it i have been here for 2 years and my couzin went here and it was amazing back then to she went to slade in 2011 2012 and 2013 she is a jr in highschol now
4 10/10/2025
It''s a good school ur student should come here
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