John Read Middle School

www.johnreadps.org

350 Students

Middle School 5th - 8th

School Overview

John Read Middle School (JRMS), located in Redding, Connecticut, serves students in grades 5 through 8 as part of the Easton/Redding regional school system. The school is known for its commitment to creating a supportive, student-centered environment that balances academic rigor with the social-emotional development necessary for the transition from childhood to early adolescence. By fostering a close-knit community, the school encourages students to develop their independence and critical thinking skills while navigating a curriculum that prepares them for the challenges of high school.

The school prides itself on a diverse array of offerings that extend beyond the traditional classroom. Students at John Read have access to comprehensive arts and music programs, competitive athletics, and a variety of extracurricular clubs that allow them to explore individual interests and talents. With an emphasis on collaboration between teachers, parents, and the community, JRMS aims to cultivate responsible citizens who are prepared to contribute meaningfully to their local community and the world at large.

350

Total Students

37.5

Full-Time Teachers

9.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

12.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for John Read Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	280
Hispanic	42
Black	7
Asian	8
Two or More	12
Pacific Islander	1

White
280 (80.0 %)
Hispanic
42 (12.0 %)
Two or More
12 (3.4 %)
Asian
8 (2.3 %)
Black
7 (2.0 %)
Pacific Islander
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:	Redding School District
Phone:	(203)938-2533
Website:	http://www.johnreadps.org
Grade Range:	5th - 8th
Total Students:	350
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	37.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	9.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	30
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	13

* 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 5 93

Grade 6 99

Grade 7 76

Grade 8 82