Serving 369 students in grades 7-8, Rham Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rham Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Rham Middle School's student population of 369 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Rham Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rham Middle School is 0.29, 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
#338 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
31%
Black
2%
12%
White
84%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Rham Middle School's ranking?
Rham Middle School is ranked #338 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Rham Middle School?
369 students attend Rham Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Rham Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rham Middle School?
Rham Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rham Middle School offer ?
Rham Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rham Middle School part of?
Rham Middle School is part of Regional School District 08.
School Calendar
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Date
Middle School Open House
September 18, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day of School (Subject to Change)
June 11, 2026 (Thursday)
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