Serving 839 students in grades 6-8, Pulaski Middle 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 3% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 839 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pulaski Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pulaski Middle School's student population of 839 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
839 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pulaski Middle 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 Pulaski 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
#907 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
67%
32%
Black
9%
12%
White
16%
46%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pulaski Middle School's ranking?
Pulaski Middle School is ranked #907 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Pulaski Middle School often compared to?
Pulaski Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Slade Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Pulaski Middle School?
839 students attend Pulaski Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Pulaski Middle School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pulaski Middle School?
Pulaski Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pulaski Middle School offer ?
Pulaski Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pulaski Middle School part of?
Pulaski Middle School is part of New Britain School District.
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