Serving 765 students in grades 6-8, Jockey Hollow School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% 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: 765 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Jockey Hollow School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Monroe, CT, encompassing approximately 26.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jockey Hollow School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jockey Hollow School's student population of 765 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
765 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire all students to achieve their greatest potential
School Rankings
Jockey Hollow School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jockey Hollow School is 0.49, 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
#191 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jockey Hollow School's ranking?
Jockey Hollow School is ranked #191 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Jockey Hollow School often compared to?
Jockey Hollow Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Helen Keller Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Jockey Hollow School?
765 students attend Jockey Hollow School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Jockey Hollow School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jockey Hollow School?
Jockey Hollow School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jockey Hollow School offer ?
Jockey Hollow School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jockey Hollow School part of?
Jockey Hollow School is part of Monroe School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
This school is very good, but every once in a while you will come across the annoying kid(s).
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