At a glance
Reported students
657
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
57.6
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
11.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Connecticut middle enrollment
71st percentile
Compared with 178 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
409
West Rocks Middle School: 657 reported students.
State peer staffing position
59th percentile
11.4:1 reported; state peer median 11.1:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 719
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Student–teacher ratio
- 11.6:1
What the reported data says about West Rocks Middle School
West Rocks Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Norwalk. It is one of 22 current school records connected to Norwalk School District. NCES reports 657 students for 2024–25.
Among 178 middle schools in Connecticut with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 497.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 71st percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 11.4:1, close to the Connecticut median of 11.1:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (62.9%) and White (17.4%). English learners represent 17.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 18.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking West Rocks Middle School
- 1How do the reported 11.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 57.6 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 3 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 17.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 18.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 53.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White17.4%
- Hispanic62.9%
- Black13.7%
- Asian2.7%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial3%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Norwalk School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Ponus Ridge STEAM Academy
Middle · Grades 06–08
637 reported students
Nathan Hale Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
499 reported students
Roton Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
463 reported students
Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
457 reported students
Tracey Magnet School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
434 reported students
Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
428 reported students
Public schools near West Rocks Middle School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ponus Ridge STEAM Academy Middle · Norwalk School District | 06–08 | 637 | 1.6 mi |
| Nathan Hale Middle School Middle · Norwalk School District | 06–08 | 499 | 1.6 mi |
| Saxe Middle School Middle · New Canaan School District | 05–08 | 1,271 | 3.7 mi |
| Roton Middle School Middle · Norwalk School District | 06–08 | 463 | 4.1 mi |
| Coleytown Middle School Middle · Westport School District | 06–08 | 484 | 4.5 mi |
| Bedford Middle School Middle · Westport School District | 06–08 | 710 | 4.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about West Rocks Middle School
What grades does West Rocks Middle School serve?
West Rocks Middle School reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Norwalk School District.
How many students attend West Rocks Middle School?
West Rocks Middle School reported 657 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 71st percentile among 178 Connecticut middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 719 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at West Rocks Middle School?
The calculated ratio is 11.4:1, based on 657 students and 57.6 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Connecticut median for the same school level is 11.1:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is West Rocks Middle School a public, charter, or magnet school?
West Rocks Middle School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Norwalk School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of West Rocks Middle School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
53.7% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is West Rocks Middle School in?
West Rocks Middle School is part of Norwalk School District, based in Norwalk, CT, which operates 22 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near West Rocks Middle School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Ponus Ridge STEAM Academy (1.6 mi), Nathan Hale Middle School (1.6 mi), Saxe Middle School (3.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.