Ledyard Middle School is a public middle school serving 534 students in grades 6-8 in Gales Ferry, Connecticut. The school is part of the Ledyard School District, which is ranked 104 out of 158 districts in the state and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.
While Ledyard Middle School has a significantly higher percentage of white students (70.97%) compared to the state average and nearby schools, its academic performance, as measured by SBAC/NGSS test scores, is generally below the state average and the performance of higher-ranked schools in the area, such as Stonington Middle School and Clark Lane Middle School. The school's proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics were around 40-45% in 2023-2024, while the state averages were around 48-49%. Additionally, Ledyard Middle School's performance varies significantly across different student subgroups, with the school ranking relatively well for Hispanic students but very poorly for white students and low socioeconomic status students.
Ledyard Middle School's academic performance has declined over the past few years, and the school's relatively low statewide ranking of 137th out of 250-280 Connecticut middle schools, along with its 2-star rating from SchoolDigger, suggest the need for targeted interventions and support to improve student outcomes. The school's high percentage of free and reduced-price lunch recipients (27.34%) and the significant achievement gaps between white students and minority students indicate that the school faces socioeconomic challenges and racial disparities that may be impacting student learning.
Ledyard School District
Students who attend Ledyard Middle School usually go on to attend Ledyard High School
Students at Ledyard Middle School are 71% White, 11% Hispanic, 7% Two or more races, 4% Asian, 3% African American, 3% American Indian, 1% Pacific Islander.
In the 2022-23 school year, 534 students attended Ledyard Middle School.
Ledyard Middle School ranks 137th of 250 Connecticut middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.