HAMDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL
Hamden Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Hamden School District school district, located in Hamden, CT with about 880 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 84 teachers, Hamden Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Hamden Middle School, located at 2623 Dixwell Avenue in Hamden, Connecticut, serves as a central pillar of the local public education system. As part of the Hamden Public Schools district, the institution is dedicated to fostering an environment that supports the academic, social, and emotional development of students during their critical middle school years. The school strives to bridge the transition between elementary and high school by offering a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for the rigors of secondary education while encouraging them to explore their personal interests and talents.
The school is deeply integrated into the Hamden community and emphasizes the importance of inclusivity, academic growth, and civic responsibility. By utilizing its official district website, the school maintains transparent communication with families, providing resources regarding educational programs, extracurricular activities, and district-wide initiatives. Through a commitment to student-centered learning and a supportive faculty, Hamden Middle School aims to cultivate a diverse student body that is well-prepared for future success in an increasingly complex world.
For more information, contact Hamden Middle School at (203) 407-3140 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Hamden, CT 06518
(203) 407-3140
http://www.hamden.k12.ct.us/
HAMDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Hamden, CT with about 880 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Connecticut
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Hamden School District
- Total Students:
- 880
- Teachers:
- 84
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 880 students
- White
- 37.0%
- Black or African American
- 31.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 19.8%
- Asian
- 7.4%
- Two or more races
- 4.3%
- Female
- 46.7%
- Male
- 53.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.