Serving 218 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Macdonough School ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MacDonough School serves the northern part of Middletown, CT, covering an area of approximately 0.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 0.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Macdonough School's student population of 218 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
218 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Macdonough 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 Macdonough School is 0.72, 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
#471 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
41%
32%
Black
23%
12%
White
24%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macdonough School's ranking?
Macdonough School is ranked #471 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Macdonough School often compared to?
Macdonough Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Snow School, Spencer School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Macdonough School?
218 students attend Macdonough School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Macdonough School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 23% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Macdonough School?
Macdonough School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Macdonough School offer ?
Macdonough School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Macdonough School part of?
Macdonough School is part of Middletown School District.
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