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Middle Schools in Darien School District


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DistrictDarien School District4th of 156 Connecticut districtsFull district overview →
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5-star school
Top rankedMiddlesex Middle School6th of 252 Connecticut middle schools
Summary:

The Middlesex Middle School, located within the Darien School District in Connecticut, is a standout educational institution that consistently ranks among the top middle schools in the state. As the sole middle school in the district, Middlesex Middle School has earned a 5-out-of-5-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating its exceptional performance and the high-quality education it provides to its students.

Academically, Middlesex Middle School's students excel, consistently scoring well above the state averages in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science. For example, in the 2024-2025 school year, over 80% of 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade students scored proficient or better in ELA, compared to the state averages of around 50%. The school's low chronic absenteeism rate of 17.7% and a student-teacher ratio of 9.8 to 1 further highlight the school's commitment to providing personalized attention and support to its students.

The Darien School District, of which Middlesex Middle School is a part, is also highly regarded, ranking 4th out of 156 school districts in Connecticut and earning a 5-star rating. This suggests that the district as a whole is dedicated to delivering exceptional educational opportunities to its students. The high per-student spending of $21,860 at Middlesex Middle School, well above the national average, underscores the district's investment in resources and its focus on ensuring the success of its students.

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Connecticut Department of Education.

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