Serving 472 students in grades 3-5, Mcalister Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% 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 59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: McAlister Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Suffield, CT, covering approximately 43 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcalister Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mcalister Intermediate School's student population of 472 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
472 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcalister Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcalister Intermediate School is 0.32, 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
#293 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-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 Mcalister Intermediate School's ranking?
Mcalister Intermediate School is ranked #293 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Mcalister Intermediate School?
472 students attend Mcalister Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mcalister Intermediate School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcalister Intermediate School?
Mcalister Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mcalister Intermediate School offer ?
Mcalister Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mcalister Intermediate School part of?
Mcalister Intermediate School is part of Suffield School District.
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