Serving 371 students in grades 4-8, Nathan Hale-ray 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 46% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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Nathan Hale-ray Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
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Nathan Hale-ray Middle School's student population of 371 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
East Haddam is a district of distinction where educators value student success, family outreach, and the power of accountable collective efficacy.
Nathan Hale-ray 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 Nathan Hale-ray Middle School is 0.24, 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
#385 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
1%
12%
White
87%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Nathan Hale-ray Middle School's ranking?
Nathan Hale-ray Middle School is ranked #385 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Nathan Hale-ray Middle School?
371 students attend Nathan Hale-ray Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Nathan Hale-ray Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nathan Hale-ray Middle School?
Nathan Hale-ray Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Nathan Hale-ray Middle School offer ?
Nathan Hale-ray Middle School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nathan Hale-ray Middle School part of?
Nathan Hale-ray Middle School is part of East Haddam School District.
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