Serving 562 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, M. D. Fox 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 10% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: M. D. Fox Elementary School serves the southeast part of Hartford, CT, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Families within the attendance zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
M. D. Fox School's student population of 562 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
562 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
M. D. Fox 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 M. D. Fox School is 0.44, 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
#899 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2000–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is M. D. Fox School's ranking?
M. D. Fox School is ranked #899 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend M. D. Fox School?
562 students attend M. D. Fox School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of M. D. Fox School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of M. D. Fox School?
M. D. Fox School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does M. D. Fox School offer ?
M. D. Fox School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is M. D. Fox School part of?
M. D. Fox School is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is M. D. Fox School located?
M. D. Fox School is located in the Barry Square neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Barry Square.
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