Serving 971 students in grades 6-8, East Hartford 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 18% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 971 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Hartford Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire East Hartford district, encompassing approximately 18.7 square miles. Families within the zone typically live 5-10 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Hartford Middle School's student population of 971 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
971 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Hartford 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 East Hartford Middle School is 0.60, 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
#745 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
55%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
31%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
6%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Falcons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Hartford Middle School's ranking?
East Hartford Middle School is ranked #745 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are East Hartford Middle School often compared to?
East Hartford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset Ridge Middle School, Illing Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend East Hartford Middle School?
971 students attend East Hartford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of East Hartford Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Hartford Middle School?
East Hartford Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Hartford Middle School offer ?
East Hartford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Hartford Middle School part of?
East Hartford Middle School is part of East Hartford School District.
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