Serving 396 students in grades 6-8, Harborside Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 396 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harborside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Harborside Middle School's student population of 396 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
396 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harborside Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harborside Middle School is 0.55, 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
#231 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
15%
31%
Black
6%
12%
White
65%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harborside Middle School's ranking?
Harborside Middle School is ranked #231 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Harborside Middle School often compared to?
Harborside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Shore Middle School, West Shore Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Harborside Middle School?
396 students attend Harborside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Harborside Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harborside Middle School?
Harborside Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harborside Middle School offer ?
Harborside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harborside Middle School part of?
Harborside Middle School is part of Milford School District.
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