Serving 308 students in grades 6-8, Mabelle B. Avery Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mabelle B. Avery Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Mabelle B. Avery Middle School's student population of 308 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mabelle B. Avery Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mabelle B. Avery Middle School is 0.24, 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
#325 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
31%
Black
3%
12%
White
87%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Mabelle B. Avery Middle School's ranking?
Mabelle B. Avery Middle School is ranked #325 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Mabelle B. Avery Middle School often compared to?
Mabelle B. Avery Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stafford Middle School, Ellington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Mabelle B. Avery Middle School?
308 students attend Mabelle B. Avery Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Mabelle B. Avery Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mabelle B. Avery Middle School?
Mabelle B. Avery Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mabelle B. Avery Middle School offer ?
Mabelle B. Avery Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mabelle B. Avery Middle School part of?
Mabelle B. Avery Middle School is part of Somers School District.
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