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Nathan Hale Middle School

176 Strawberry Hill Avenue, Norwalk, CT, 06851

About Nathan Hale Middle School

Nathan Hale Middle School at 176 Strawberry Hill Avenue in the Strawberry Hill area. This school is for kids in grades 6 through 8. There are a total of 684 students. The student–teacher ratio is 11:1. Math proficiency is 33%. Reading proficiency is 50%. The gender mix is 48% female and 52% male. This school has a lively and cooperative environment that encourages students to be proud of their work. The atmosphere is professional and focuses on working together in a coastal city. Teachers try to make the classroom a fun place to learn where everyone helps each other and sets high standards. Students are urged to pursue their interests and cultivate a profound sense of accountability regarding their education. Respect and being involved in school life are the building blocks of the campus culture. Staff members are still dedicated to making the space supportive and focused on academics for everyone. The prices of homes in this part of Norwalk range from $550,000 to $950,000. Parents are happy with how ready their kids are for school and how caring the teachers are. The school wants to be one of the best middle schools in Connecticut.

Contact Information

Address

176 Strawberry Hill Avenue, Norwalk, CT, 06851

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Phone

(203) 899-2910

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 33%
Reading 50%
State average proficiency is 33% in Math and 50% in Reading.
40
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
4
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
524
Total Students
$49860
Avg. Teacher Salary

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TOP 60 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Nathan Hale Middle School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:15 AM – 2:50 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:00 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 26.15%
Asian 4.58%
Hispanic 52.29%
Black 14.69%
Two+ Races 2.29%
Native Am. 0%
White
26.15%
Asian
4.58%
Hispanic
52.29%
Black
14.69%
Two+ Races
2.29%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 524
46.76%
245 Female
53.24%
279 Male

Student Population

524 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

174 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

Nathan Hale Middle School reported record student engagement levels in its 2026 "Empowerment Clubs" focused on leadership and civic duty. Nathan Hale Middle School was recognized by the Norwalk Board of Education for its innovative implementation of student-led restorative justice circles. Nathan Hale Middle School students successfully showcased award-winning sustainable energy projects at the 2025 Norwalk Science Fair.

FAQ

Q1. Do Nathan Hale Middle School students go on field trips every year?

Ans. Yes, students go on field trips all year long to learn in the real world and get hands-on experience that helps them learn in the classroom.

Q2. What happens to the awards that Nathan Hale Middle School students get?

Ans. The school has a lot of awards programs that recognize students for their academic success, good behavior, and important steps in their personal growth.

Q3. What languages from around the world does Nathan Hale Middle School teach?

Ans. Students usually learn about different languages from around the world as part of their main middle school curriculum.

Q4. Is there a dress code at Nathan Hale Middle School?

Ans. To keep the learning environment professional and focused, the school has a dress code that all students must follow.

Q5. Does Nathan Hale Middle School have a program for getting fit?

Ans. Middle school students' physical education classes include exercises that are good for their health and fitness.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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