Serving 446 students in grades 3-5, Mcalister Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcalister Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mcalister Intermediate School's student population of 446 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcalister Intermediate 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 Mcalister Intermediate School is 0.29, 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
#279 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
7%
31%
Black
2%
12%
White
84%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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 Mcalister Intermediate School's ranking?
Mcalister Intermediate School is ranked #279 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Mcalister Intermediate School?
446 students attend Mcalister Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Mcalister Intermediate School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mcalister Intermediate School?
Mcalister Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mcalister Intermediate School offer ?
Mcalister Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcalister Intermediate School part of?
Mcalister Intermediate School is part of Suffield School District.
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