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Hartford Memorial Middle School

Middle School · Hartford School District

245 Highland Avenue, White River Junction, VT 05001

Enrollment

290

Student-Teacher

9.7:1

Score

5.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Vermont schools

#177 of 280

In White River Junction

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Hartford School District

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Hartford Memorial Middle School

5.6/10

Middle School in White River Junction · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Hartford Memorial Middle School

Hartford Memorial Middle School is a public middle school in White River Junction, VT, part of Hartford School District. Hartford Memorial Middle School serves approximately 290 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hartford Memorial Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #177 of 280 schools in VT.

Structured state assessment records for Hartford Memorial Middle School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below VT schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • VT avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Hartford Memorial Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

32% of students at Hartford Memorial Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-2.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,129
Chronic Absenteeism32.1%

Hartford Memorial Middle School — Students at Hartford Memorial Middle School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from VT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
66%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
43%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Hartford Memorial Middle School Compares

See how Hartford Memorial Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
37th percentile in VT
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.1%

Location

245 Highland Avenue, White River Junction, VT 05001

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hartford Memorial Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Frances C. Richmond School (rated 9.0/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Hanover), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lebanon Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Lebanon), which scores notably higher. For more schools in White River Junction, see our White River Junction schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Hartford High School White River Junction 0.1 mi 6.1
White River School White River Junction 0.2 mi 7.8
Mt. Lebanon School W. Lebanon 0.9 mi 7.9
POTTER S HOUSE SCHOOL Hartford 1.2 mi
Dothan Brook School White River Junction 2.2 mi 8.2
Hanover High School Hanover 3.5 mi 9.6
Marion W. Cross School Norwich 4.0 mi 8.9
Ledyard Charter School Lebanon 3.5 mi 5.8
Hanover Street School Lebanon 3.5 mi 8.5
Lebanon High School Lebanon 3.5 mi 9.6
MONTESSORI DISCOVRY SCHOOL OF THE TWIN STATES, INC Lebanon 3.7 mi
Bernice A. Ray School Hanover 5.2 mi 9.3
Frances C. Richmond School Hanover 5.3 mi 9.0
Lebanon Middle School Lebanon 4.7 mi 8.0
Ottauquechee School Quechee 4.9 mi 8.0
UPPER VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL Quechee 5.0 mi 5.0
THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S SCHOOL Hanover 5.5 mi
MID VERMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL White River Junction 5.3 mi 6.8
ESTABROOK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Plainfield 8.4 mi
Plainfield Elementary School Meriden 8.3 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 05001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,369

Median Home Value

$270,200

Median Rent

$1,169/mo

Population

9,747

College Educated

46.4%

Homeownership

65.6%

Avg Commute

18 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

40

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Browns River Middle School Jericho, VT 6.0
North Country Union Junior High School Derby, VT 6.0
Lamoille Union Middle School Hyde Park, VT 4.9
Milton Middle School Milton, VT 4.7
Middlebury Union Middle School Middlebury, VT 4.6
Riverside Middle School Springfield, VT 4.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hartford Memorial Middle School

What grades does Hartford Memorial Middle School serve?

Hartford Memorial Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Hartford Memorial Middle School?

Hartford Memorial Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hartford Memorial Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hartford Memorial Middle School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hartford Memorial Middle School rank in VT?

Hartford Memorial Middle School ranks #177 of 280 schools in VT.

What is Hartford Memorial Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hartford Memorial Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Hartford Memorial Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hartford Memorial Middle School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hartford Memorial Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Hartford Memorial Middle School a Title I school?

No, Hartford Memorial Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hartford Memorial Middle School?

45.9% of students at Hartford Memorial Middle 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
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Windsor County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.1%

District

Hartford School District
District Enrollment
1,455
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,129
District Rank
#5 of 5

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