Serving 322 students in grades 6-8, Sunset Ridge 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 41% (which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Sunset Ridge Middle School's student population of 322 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunset Ridge 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 Sunset Ridge Middle School is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#498 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
46%
31%
Black
27%
12%
White
19%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Sunset Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Sunset Ridge Middle School is ranked #498 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Sunset Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Sunset Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Hartford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Sunset Ridge Middle School?
322 students attend Sunset Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Sunset Ridge Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Ridge Middle School?
Sunset Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sunset Ridge Middle School offer ?
Sunset Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sunset Ridge Middle School part of?
Sunset Ridge Middle School is part of East Hartford School District.
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