Serving 759 students in grades 6-8, Jockey Hollow School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 759 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jockey Hollow School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jockey Hollow School's student population of 759 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
759 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jockey Hollow School ranks within the top 30% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jockey Hollow School is 0.48, 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
#213 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
15%
31%
Black
4%
12%
White
70%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Jockey Hollow School's ranking?
Jockey Hollow School is ranked #213 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Jockey Hollow School often compared to?
Jockey Hollow Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Helen Keller Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Jockey Hollow School?
759 students attend Jockey Hollow School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Jockey Hollow School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jockey Hollow School?
Jockey Hollow School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jockey Hollow School offer ?
Jockey Hollow School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jockey Hollow School part of?
Jockey Hollow School is part of Monroe School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Proposed Last Day of School
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
School Reviews
4 4/6/2019
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