School Overview
Putnam Middle School, located at 35 Wicker Street in Putnam, Connecticut, serves as a central hub for adolescent education within the Putnam Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that bridges the transition between elementary education and high school, focusing on both academic rigor and the social-emotional development of its students. By emphasizing core subjects alongside extracurricular opportunities, the school aims to prepare young learners for the challenges of secondary education while encouraging them to become active, responsible members of their local community.

The school’s website reflects a commitment to transparent communication with families, providing essential resources such as academic calendars, faculty contact information, and updates on district policies. Putnam Middle School prioritizes a collaborative culture, encouraging parental involvement and clear lines of communication between teachers, students, and caregivers. Through its various programs and administrative structure, the institution strives to maintain a safe, inclusive atmosphere that promotes student achievement and helps every pupil reach their full potential within a small-town educational setting.
335
Total Students
24.9
Full-Time Teachers
13.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
57.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Putnam Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White280
Hispanic44
Black6
Asian4
Two or More1
  • White
    280 (83.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    44 (13.1 %)
  • Black
    6 (1.8 %)
  • Asian
    4 (1.2 %)
  • Two or More
    1 (0.3 %)
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: Putnam School District
Phone: (860)963-6920
Website: http://www.putnamschoolsct.org/putnam-middle-school
Grade Range: 5th - 8th
Total Students: 335
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 24.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 168
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 23
Grades Taught
Grade 5 93
Grade 6 81
Grade 7 78
Grade 8 83

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Putnam Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 593
Grade 681
Grade 778
Grade 883
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Putnam Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female15044.8%
Male18555.2%