Serving 280 students in grades 6-8, Hartford Memorial Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hartford Memorial Middle School's student population of 280 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
280 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hartford Memorial Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hartford Memorial Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#127 out of 280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
4%
Black
1%
3%
White
90%
87%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hurricanes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hartford Memorial Middle School's ranking?
Hartford Memorial Middle School is ranked #127 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
How many students attend Hartford Memorial Middle School?
280 students attend Hartford Memorial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hartford Memorial Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hartford Memorial Middle School?
Hartford Memorial Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hartford Memorial Middle School offer ?
Hartford Memorial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hartford Memorial Middle School part of?
Hartford Memorial Middle School is part of Hartford School District.
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