Serving 742 students in grades 6-8, Fairfield Woods Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairfield Woods Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Fairfield Woods Middle School's student population of 742 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
742 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Motto
Home of the Wildcats
School Rankings
Fairfield Woods Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairfield Woods Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#259 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
16%
31%
Black
3%
12%
White
67%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairfield Woods Middle School's ranking?
Fairfield Woods Middle School is ranked #259 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Fairfield Woods Middle School often compared to?
Fairfield Woods Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roger Ludlowe Middle School, Tomlinson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Fairfield Woods Middle School?
742 students attend Fairfield Woods Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Fairfield Woods Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fairfield Woods Middle School?
Fairfield Woods Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fairfield Woods Middle School offer ?
Fairfield Woods Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fairfield Woods Middle School part of?
Fairfield Woods Middle School is part of Fairfield School District.
School Reviews
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