Serving 531 students in grades 6-8, James H. Moran 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 34% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James H. Moran Middle School serves the northwest part of Wallingford, CT, covering an area of approximately 19.7 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge located about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
James H. Moran Middle School's student population of 531 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
531 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire and Support
School Rankings
James H. Moran 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 James H. Moran Middle School is 0.50, 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
#562 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James H. Moran Middle School's ranking?
James H. Moran Middle School is ranked #562 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are James H. Moran Middle School often compared to?
James H. Moran Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary G. Fritz Elementary School Of Yalesville, Mark T. Sheehan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend James H. Moran Middle School?
531 students attend James H. Moran Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of James H. Moran Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James H. Moran Middle School?
James H. Moran Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does James H. Moran Middle School offer ?
James H. Moran Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James H. Moran Middle School part of?
James H. Moran Middle School is part of Wallingford School District.
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