Serving 780 students in grades 6-8, Jockey Hollow School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jockey Hollow School's student population of 780 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
780 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jockey Hollow School ranks within the top 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jockey Hollow School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#327 out of 940 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
14%
29%
Black
4%
13%
White
71%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #327 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Jockey Hollow School?
780 students attend Jockey Hollow School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Jockey Hollow School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jockey Hollow School part of?
Jockey Hollow School is part of Monroe School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Proposed Last Day of School
June 14, 2024 (Friday)
School Reviews
4 4/6/2019
This school is very good, but every once in a while you will come across the annoying kid(s).
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