Serving 763 students in grades 7-8, Illing 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 14% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 763 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Illing Middle School's student population of 763 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
763 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Rankings
Illing 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 Illing Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#817 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
34%
32%
Black
27%
12%
White
29%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Illing Middle School's ranking?
Illing Middle School is ranked #817 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Illing Middle School often compared to?
Illing Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Hartford Middle School, Sunset Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Illing Middle School?
763 students attend Illing Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Illing Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 27% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Illing Middle School?
Illing Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Illing Middle School offer ?
Illing Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Illing Middle School part of?
Illing Middle School is part of Manchester School District.
In what neighborhood is Illing Middle School located?
Illing Middle School is located in the Central Manchester neighborhood of Manchester, CT. There are 5 other public schools located in Central Manchester.
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