McDonough Middle School vs Montessori Magnet School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 968 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McDonough Middle School
Hartford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
301 students
Montessori Magnet School
Hartford · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
358 students
| Measure | McDonough Middle School Hartford, Connecticut | Montessori Magnet School Hartford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #173 of 178 | #494 of 596 |
| National rank | #13830 of 15,369 | #36269 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 301 | 358 |
| Enrollment | 301 | 358 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.7% | 60.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 27% |
| city | Hartford | Hartford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Montessori Magnet School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.5 vs 19.7).
- •Montessori Magnet School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 7%).
- •Montessori Magnet School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 20%).
- •Montessori Magnet School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.3% vs 80.7%).
- •McDonough Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 14.9).
- •Montessori Magnet School is the larger school with 358 students compared with 301.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is McDonough Middle School better than Montessori Magnet School?
On the Success Index (US), Montessori Magnet School ranks higher (33.5 vs 19.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are McDonough Middle School and Montessori Magnet School?
About 968 m in a straight line, between Hartford and Hartford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McDonough Middle School: 301. Montessori Magnet School: 358. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McDonough Middle School and Montessori Magnet School rank in Connecticut?
McDonough Middle School is 173rd of 178 and Montessori Magnet School is 494th of 596 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).