King Philip Middle School

King Philip Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
100 King Philip Dr,  West Hartford, CT
West Hartford School District
3.2
3.0
801 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ms Joy K Wright
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Math Proficiency
54%
Reading Proficiency
70%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
70%
Math Proficiency
54%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
74
Full Time Teachers
74
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
62.4%
State Average
48.1%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
174:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.5%
Female
48.3%
White
51.7%
Hispanic
21.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
10.1%
Black
9.7%
Two or more races
6.3%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.2 9 Reviews
3.0 Middle School Student
10/14/2019
It was fine, all right. I wish it could add more clubs, there is quite a lot of diversity too. There is a lot of school culture, and the Music and Arts are OK. The school lunch is terrible though, so I recommend bringing you own, unless you like pasta swimming in oil and grease. It isn't nutritious either.
4.0 NicheUser
2/14/2016
Most teachers are very willing to engage with parents outside of the regularly scheduled parent-teacher conference times. Whenever I call or email a teacher about my chil's progress, I receive a prompt and proactive response.
5.0 NicheUser
2/14/2016
It has been great for my kids.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 11 Reviews
2.0 student
5/28/2025
where's the budget this school is falling apart
5.0 parent
3/1/2025
KPMS is a great place. My children went to high school with the tools and education that they needed thanks to the tremendous dedicated staff at KP. Thank you! It’s wonderful!
2.0 parent
1/27/2022
Principal is very involved and seems like a good leader but the academics just aren't that strong. Kids seem to be just a number and don't seem to get help unless they are a major problem in school, I don't think it matters if they do homework or not. We moved out of West Hartford and my child was b...
2.0 parent
8/25/2021
Overall, special needs and learning disabilities are handled very poorly in this school. Some teachers lack the proper training, patience, and compassion. The school must address this serious issue if it really wants to be an inclusive learning environment.

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King Philip Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in West Hartford, CT, in the West Hartford neighborhood, and is served by the West Hartford School District in Connecticut. The school has a total enrollment of 801 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Academic records show that 54% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 70% are proficient in reading. King Philip Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $572,179. Discover additional schools in the area, like Hall High School, Regions Staff-Secure Hartford, Regions Secure Hartford, and more. Learn more about what West Hartford has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near King Philip Middle School.

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