Long River Middle School

www.region16ct.org

440 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Long River Middle School, located at 38 Columbia Avenue in Prospect, Connecticut, is a key component of Regional School District 16, which serves the communities of Prospect and Beacon Falls. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive middle-level education that fosters both academic achievement and personal growth. By focusing on a student-centered approach, the institution aims to bridge the gap between elementary and high school, preparing students for the rigors of secondary education while supporting their social and emotional development during these formative years.

As part of the Region 16 school system, Long River Middle School emphasizes a strong partnership between the home, the school, and the community. The school’s curriculum is designed to be rigorous and inclusive, often integrating technology and extracurricular activities to provide a well-rounded experience. For those seeking detailed information on school policies, academic calendars, faculty contact, or specific district initiatives, the official website at http://www.region16ct.org serves as the primary hub for administrative resources and community updates.

440

Total Students

46.0

Full-Time Teachers

9.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

29.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Long River Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	370
Hispanic	32
Black	20
Asian	5
Two or More	13

White
370 (84.1 %)
Hispanic
32 (7.3 %)
Black
20 (4.5 %)
Two or More
13 (3.0 %)
Asian
5 (1.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Regional School District 16
Phone:	(203)758-4421
Website:	http://www.region16ct.org
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	440
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	46.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	9.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	104
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	25

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 136

Grade 7 149

Grade 8 155