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#69 of 990 schools in CT

Top 7% in state

Moody School

Elementary School · Middletown School District

300 Country Club Rd., Middletown, CT 06457

Enrollment

214

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#69 of 990

In Middletown

#1 of 11

public schools

In district

#1 of 10

Middletown School District

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Moody School

9.0/10

Elementary School in Middletown · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.0/10

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About Moody School

Moody School is a public elementary school in Middletown, CT, part of Middletown School District. Moody School serves approximately 214 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Moody School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #69 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Moody School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.6 pts above district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.4
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,370
Chronic Absenteeism9.3%

Moody School — Students at Moody School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 72.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 74.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
88%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
67%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.

How Moody School Compares

See how Moody School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
93th percentile in CT
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.3%

Location

300 Country Club Rd., Middletown, CT 06457

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Moody School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Richard D. Hubbard School (rated 8.7/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Berlin), with a comparable rating. Another option is Wesley School (rated 7.3/10, 3.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, MacDonough School (rated 7.2/10, 2.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Spencer School Middletown 1.8 mi 5.2
Middletown High School Middletown 1.9 mi 7.0
Lawrence School Middletown 2.2 mi 5.5
Middlefield Memorial School Middlefield 3.0 mi 6.2
NORTHWEST CHILDRENS CENTER Cromwell 3.1 mi
Snow School Middletown 2.6 mi 6.9
John Lyman School Middlefield 3.2 mi 7.1
MERCY HIGH SCHOOL Middletown 2.9 mi 5.2
Vinal Technical High School Middletown 3.1 mi 3.7
Richard D. Hubbard School Berlin 3.6 mi 8.7
MacDonough School Middletown 2.9 mi 7.2
Wesley School Middletown 3.5 mi 7.3
ADELBROOK Cromwell 3.6 mi 8.1
THE INDEPENDENT DAY SCHOOL Middlefield 4.0 mi 7.1
ST JOHN PAUL II SCHOOL Middletown 3.3 mi 6.5
Nathan Hale School Meriden 3.5 mi 7.1
Edison Middle School Meriden 3.4 mi 5.8
Emma Hart Willard School Berlin 4.3 mi 6.5
Washington Middle School Meriden 3.6 mi 6.3
Francis T. Maloney High School Meriden 3.9 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06457 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,003

Median Home Value

$279,500

Median Rent

$1,392/mo

Population

46,690

College Educated

40.7%

Homeownership

53.1%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

39.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Chester Elementary School Chester, CT 9.0
Essex Elementary School Centerbrook, CT 9.0
Killingworth Elementary School Higganum, CT 9.0
Northeast School Rockville, CT 9.0
Calvin Leete School Guilford, CT 8.9
Flanders School East Lyme, CT 9.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Moody School

What grades does Moody School serve?

Moody School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Moody School?

Moody School has an enrollment of approximately 214 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Moody School?

The student-teacher ratio at Moody School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Moody School rank in CT?

Moody School ranks #69 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Moody School's MySchoolScout rating?

Moody School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Moody School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Moody School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Moody School a charter school?

No, Moody School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Moody School a Title I school?

No, Moody School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Moody School?

27.6% of students at Moody School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
11 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 3
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.3%

District

Middletown School District
District Enrollment
4,378
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,370
District Rank
#1 of 10

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