Serving 346 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 16:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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Mcdonough Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Mcdonough Middle School's student population of 346 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
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 0.35, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
80%
31%
Black
11%
12%
White
7%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>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?
346 students attend Mcdonough Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Mcdonough Middle School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcdonough Middle School?
Mcdonough Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than 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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