Serving 562 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 10% (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 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 10% (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 562 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
562 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
M. D. Fox 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 M. D. Fox School is 0.44, 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
#899 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
72%
32%
Black
20%
12%
White
5%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Hartford School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is M. D. Fox School's ranking?
M. D. Fox School is ranked #899 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?
10% 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 M. D. Fox School?
562 students attend M. D. Fox School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of M. D. Fox School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of M. D. Fox School?
M. D. Fox School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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