Serving 580 students in grades 5-8, Martin Kellogg 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 29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin Kellogg Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Martin Kellogg Middle School's student population of 580 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
580 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Martin Kellogg Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Martin Kellogg Middle School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#559 out of 940 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
30%
29%
Black
6%
13%
White
49%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Martin Kellogg Middle School's ranking?
Martin Kellogg Middle School is ranked #559 out of 940 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Martin Kellogg Middle School?
580 students attend Martin Kellogg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Martin Kellogg Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin Kellogg Middle School?
Martin Kellogg Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Martin Kellogg Middle School offer ?
Martin Kellogg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Martin Kellogg Middle School part of?
Martin Kellogg Middle School is part of Newington School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Tentative Last Day of School - Early Release - Yellow Schedule
June 14, 2024 (Friday)
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