Serving 531 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, M. D. Fox 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 9% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
M. D. Fox School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
M. D. Fox School's student population of 531 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
M. D. Fox School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of M. D. Fox School is 0.42, 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
#907 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
74%
31%
Black
18%
12%
White
4%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is M. D. Fox School's ranking?
M. D. Fox School is ranked #907 out of 942 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend M. D. Fox School?
531 students attend M. D. Fox School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of M. D. Fox School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of M. D. Fox School?
M. D. Fox School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does M. D. Fox School offer ?
M. D. Fox School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is M. D. Fox School part of?
M. D. Fox School is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is M. D. Fox School located?
M. D. Fox School is located in the Barry Square neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Barry Square.
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