Summary:
North Haven Middle School is the sole middle school in the North Haven School District, serving 752 students in grades 6 through 8. Located in a district ranked 39th out of 153 districts in Connecticut, this public school holds a 4-star rating for 2025–2026, an improvement from 3 stars in the prior two years. The school now ranks 70th out of 258 middle schools statewide, placing it in the 73rd percentile and representing a notable jump from 80th place the previous year.
North Haven Middle School consistently outperforms Connecticut state averages in every subject and grade level. In English Language Arts, proficiency rates range from 63.5% in 8th grade to 69.6% in 6th grade, outpacing the state by as much as 18.4 percentage points. Math proficiency, while the relative weak spot, still beats state averages by 7 to 12.7 points, with 8th graders showing exceptional momentum by improving from 47.3% to 54.6% in a single year. Science is another clear strength, with 67.4% of 8th graders proficient compared to the state's 50.9%. The school also maintains a favorable student-to-teacher ratio of 11.7, which likely supports individualized instruction.
One area to watch is chronic absenteeism. At 11%, the school is well below the state rate of 16.4%, but it sits above the district's most recent figure of 8.2%. With a free/reduced lunch rate of 22.61%, the school serves a relatively higher-income population, which often correlates with above-average performance. Interestingly, the district ranks slightly higher (75th percentile) than the school itself (73rd percentile), likely reflecting contributions from elementary and high schools in the district. Overall, North Haven Middle School shows a positive trajectory with strong ELA and science outcomes, rapidly improving math scores, and a 4-star rating that signals a high-quality learning environment for families in the district.
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