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Very Good

#307 of 990 schools in CT

Top 31% in state

Morley School

Elementary School · West Hartford School District

77 Bretton Rd., West Hartford, CT 06119

Enrollment

286

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#307 of 990

In West Hartford

#14 of 17

public schools

In district

#14 of 16

West Hartford School District

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Morley School

7.5/10

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

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About Morley School

Morley School is a public elementary school in West Hartford, CT, part of West Hartford School District. Morley School serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Morley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #307 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Morley School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.4
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
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.)70% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,708
Chronic Absenteeism12.9%

Morley School — Students at Morley School score 64% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 76.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 79.3% (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
97.5%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
62%
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: 7.6/10.

How Morley School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
69th percentile in CT
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

77 Bretton Rd., West Hartford, CT 06119

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Morley School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whiting Lane School (rated 9.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bugbee School (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Braeburn School (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Hartford, see our West Hartford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE West Hartford 0.3 mi 6.7
Whiting Lane School West Hartford 0.5 mi 9.3
KINGSWOOD OXFORD SCHOOL West Hartford 0.8 mi 6.3
GENGRAS CENTER/UNIV OF ST JOSEPH West Hartford 0.8 mi 6.5
Bristow Middle School West Hartford 0.8 mi 7.2
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF GREATER HARTFORD West Hartford 1.0 mi 8.4
Smith School West Hartford 1.3 mi 8.5
OPTIONS EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Hartford 1.0 mi
Webster Micro Society Magnet School Hartford 1.0 mi 3.4
Bugbee School West Hartford 1.3 mi 9.1
INTENSIVE EDUCATION ACADEMY IN West Hartford 1.6 mi 7.3
King Philip Middle School West Hartford 1.8 mi 8.2
Webster Hill School West Hartford 1.8 mi 8.5
Charter Oak International Academy West Hartford 1.8 mi 7.0
Parkville Community School Hartford 1.5 mi 2.9
EAGLE HOUSE EDUCATION PROGRAM Hartford 1.6 mi
Sedgwick Middle School West Hartford 1.7 mi 7.6
WATKINSON SCHOOL Hartford 1.8 mi 7.2
Braeburn School West Hartford 1.6 mi 8.8
Duffy School West Hartford 1.8 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06119 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,522

Median Home Value

$361,700

Median Rent

$1,646/mo

Population

15,011

College Educated

67.8%

Homeownership

43.9%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

33.5

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Dr. John A. Langford School East Hartford, CT 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Morley School

What grades does Morley School serve?

Morley School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Morley School?

Morley School has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Morley School?

The student-teacher ratio at Morley School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Morley School rank in CT?

Morley School ranks #307 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Morley School's MySchoolScout rating?

Morley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Morley School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Morley School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Morley School a charter school?

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

Is Morley School a Title I school?

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

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

13.3% of students at Morley 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
58 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.9%

District

West Hartford School District
District Enrollment
9,261
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,708
District Rank
#14 of 16

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