Serving 292 students in grades 5-6, Hillside Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillside Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hillside Intermediate School's student population of 292 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
292 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Hillside Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillside Intermediate School is 0.62, 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
#673 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
48%
32%
Black
8%
12%
White
38%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillside Intermediate School's ranking?
Hillside Intermediate School is ranked #673 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Hillside Intermediate School?
292 students attend Hillside Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Hillside Intermediate School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hillside Intermediate School?
Hillside Intermediate School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hillside Intermediate School offer ?
Hillside Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hillside Intermediate School part of?
Hillside Intermediate School is part of Naugatuck School District.
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