Serving 461 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Moriarty Magnet School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moriarty Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Moriarty Magnet School's student population of 461 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Moriarty Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moriarty Magnet School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#765 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
40%
31%
Black
17%
12%
White
34%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moriarty Magnet School's ranking?
Moriarty Magnet School is ranked #765 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Moriarty Magnet School often compared to?
Moriarty Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas W. Mahan School, Wequonnoc Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Moriarty Magnet School?
461 students attend Moriarty Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Moriarty Magnet School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Moriarty Magnet School?
Moriarty Magnet School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Moriarty Magnet School offer ?
Moriarty Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Moriarty Magnet School part of?
Moriarty Magnet School is part of Norwich School District.
In what neighborhood is Moriarty Magnet School located?
Moriarty Magnet School is located in the Taftville neighborhood of Norwich, CT.
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