Serving 276 students in grades 6-8, Eli Terry Jr. 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 40% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eli Terry Jr. Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Eli Terry Jr. Middle School's student population of 276 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Eli Terry Jr. 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 Eli Terry Jr. Middle School is 0.42, 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
#489 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
17%
31%
Black
2%
12%
White
74%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Eli Terry Jr. Middle School's ranking?
Eli Terry Jr. Middle School is ranked #489 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Eli Terry Jr. Middle School?
276 students attend Eli Terry Jr. Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Eli Terry Jr. Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eli Terry Jr. Middle School?
Eli Terry Jr. Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Eli Terry Jr. Middle School offer ?
Eli Terry Jr. Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eli Terry Jr. Middle School part of?
Eli Terry Jr. Middle School is part of Plymouth School District.
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