Serving 985 students in grades 6-8, Beman 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 20% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 985 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Beman Middle School's student population of 985 students has grown by 61% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
985 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beman 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 Beman Middle School is 0.74, which is more 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
#676 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
21%
31%
Black
21%
12%
White
40%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Beman Middle School's ranking?
Beman Middle School is ranked #676 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Beman Middle School often compared to?
Beman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coginchaug Regional High School, Frank Ward Strong School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Beman Middle School?
985 students attend Beman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Beman Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beman Middle School?
Beman Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Beman Middle School offer ?
Beman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beman Middle School part of?
Beman Middle School is part of Middletown School District.
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