King Philip Middle School is a middle school in the town of West Hartford, Connecticut. It is one of the West Hartford Public Schools as well as one of three public middle schools in the town of West Hartford.
Serving 801 students in grades 6-8, King Philip Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 801 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
King Philip Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
King Philip Middle School's student population of 801 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
801 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Rankings
King Philip Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of King Philip 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
#251 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
20%
31%
Black
11%
12%
White
51%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King Philip Middle School's ranking?
King Philip Middle School is ranked #251 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are King Philip Middle School often compared to?
King Philip Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bristow Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend King Philip Middle School?
801 students attend King Philip Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of King Philip Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of King Philip Middle School?
King Philip Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does King Philip Middle School offer ?
King Philip Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is King Philip Middle School part of?
King Philip Middle School is part of West Hartford School District.
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