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Moriarty Magnet School

Elementary School · Norwich School District

20 Lawlor Ln., Norwich, CT 06360

Enrollment

461

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#651 of 990

In Norwich

#7 of 12

public schools

In district

#6 of 9

Norwich School District

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Moriarty Magnet School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Norwich · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.5/10

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About Moriarty Magnet School

Moriarty Magnet School is a public elementary school in Norwich, CT, part of Norwich School District. Moriarty Magnet School serves approximately 461 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Moriarty Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #651 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Moriarty Magnet School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,068
Chronic Absenteeism15.6%

Moriarty Magnet School — Students at Moriarty Magnet School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.0% (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
77%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
27%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Moriarty Magnet School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in CT
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.6%

Location

20 Lawlor Ln., Norwich, CT 06360

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Moriarty Magnet School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas W. Mahan School (rated 9.1/10, 4.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wequonnoc Magnet School (rated 6.5/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Taftville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Integrated Day Charter School (rated 6.4/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Norwich, see our Norwich schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Wequonnoc Magnet School Taftville 0.6 mi 6.5
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Taftville 0.7 mi 6.0
Norwich Technical High School Norwich 1.7 mi 4.4
Kelly STEAM Magnet Middle School Norwich 1.9 mi 4.3
Norwich Free Academy Norwich 2.6 mi 4.6
Samuel Huntington School Norwich 2.4 mi 6.3
ST PATRICK CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Norwich 2.9 mi 5.8
ACADEMY OF THE HOLY FAMILY Baltic 3.2 mi 8.0
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baltic 3.2 mi 5.4
Teachers' Memorial Global Studies Magnet Middle School Norwich 3.4 mi 3.8
Sayles School Baltic 3.6 mi 3.0
MONTESSORI DISCOVERY SCHOOL Norwich 3.5 mi 4.6
Lisbon Central School Lisbon 3.4 mi 6.0
John B. Stanton School Norwich 3.9 mi 4.8
Integrated Day Charter School Norwich 4.3 mi 6.4
Uncas Elementary School Norwich 4.5 mi 5.6
Veterans' Memorial School Norwich 4.8 mi 5.7
Three Rivers Middle College Magnet School Norwich 4.7 mi 8.2
Thomas W. Mahan School Norwich 4.9 mi 9.1
Franklin Elementary School North Franklin 5.1 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,848

Median Home Value

$233,500

Median Rent

$1,207/mo

Population

37,527

College Educated

22.6%

Homeownership

55.4%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

14.8%

Median Age

38.8

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Buckley School Manchester, CT 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Moriarty Magnet School

What grades does Moriarty Magnet School serve?

Moriarty Magnet School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Moriarty Magnet School?

Moriarty Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 461 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Moriarty Magnet School?

The student-teacher ratio at Moriarty Magnet School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Moriarty Magnet School rank in CT?

Moriarty Magnet School ranks #651 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Moriarty Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?

Moriarty Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Moriarty Magnet School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Moriarty Magnet School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Moriarty Magnet School a charter school?

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

Is Moriarty Magnet School a Title I school?

No, Moriarty Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.

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

69.8% of students at Moriarty Magnet 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
12 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
16 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 8
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.6%

District

Norwich School District
District Enrollment
3,336
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,068
District Rank
#6 of 9

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