Serving 301 students in grades 6-8, Mcdonough Middle 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 2% (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 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McDonough Expeditionary Learning School serves the southwest part of Hartford, CT, covering an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcdonough Middle School's student population of 301 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
301 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Mcdonough Middle 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 Mcdonough Middle School is 0.33, 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
#938 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
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
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
81%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcdonough Middle School's ranking?
Mcdonough Middle School is ranked #938 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?
2% 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 Mcdonough Middle School?
301 students attend Mcdonough Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Mcdonough Middle School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcdonough Middle School?
Mcdonough Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mcdonough Middle School offer ?
Mcdonough Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mcdonough Middle School part of?
Mcdonough Middle School is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is Mcdonough Middle School located?
Mcdonough Middle School is located in the Behind the Rocks neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Behind the Rocks.
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