Serving 918 students in grades 6-8, East Hartford 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 18% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower 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 and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 918 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Hartford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
East Hartford Middle School's student population of 918 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
918 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
School Mascot
Falcons
School Rankings
East Hartford 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 East Hartford Middle School is 0.59, 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
#745 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
57%
31%
Black
29%
12%
White
7%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Hartford Middle School's ranking?
East Hartford Middle School is ranked #745 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are East Hartford Middle School often compared to?
East Hartford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunset Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend East Hartford Middle School?
918 students attend East Hartford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of East Hartford Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Hartford Middle School?
East Hartford Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Hartford Middle School offer ?
East Hartford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Hartford Middle School part of?
East Hartford Middle School is part of East Hartford School District.
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