Serving 524 students in grades 6-8, Nathan Hale 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 33% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nathan Hale Middle School's student population of 524 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
2003
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
School Rankings
Nathan Hale 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 Nathan Hale Middle School is 0.64, 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
#560 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
52%
31%
Black
15%
12%
White
26%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
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 Nathan Hale Middle School's ranking?
Nathan Hale Middle School is ranked #560 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Nathan Hale Middle School often compared to?
Nathan Hale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Rocks Middle School, Roton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Nathan Hale Middle School?
524 students attend Nathan Hale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Nathan Hale Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nathan Hale Middle School?
Nathan Hale Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Nathan Hale Middle School offer ?
Nathan Hale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nathan Hale Middle School part of?
Nathan Hale Middle School is part of Norwalk School District.
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