Serving 282 students in grades 6-8, Derby 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 18% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Derby Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Derby Middle School's student population of 282 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Derby 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 Derby Middle School is 0.66, 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
#737 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
49%
31%
Black
20%
12%
White
25%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
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 Derby Middle School's ranking?
Derby Middle School is ranked #737 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Derby Middle School often compared to?
Derby Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King/robinson Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Derby Middle School?
282 students attend Derby Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Derby Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Derby Middle School?
Derby Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Derby Middle School offer ?
Derby Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Derby Middle School part of?
Derby Middle School is part of Derby School District.
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