Serving 564 students in grades 6-8, Dag Hammarskjold Middle 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 28% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dag Hammarskjold Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Dag Hammarskjold Middle School's student population of 564 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 29, 2025
School Motto
'Inspiring Excellence'
School Mascot
Wildcats
School Rankings
Dag Hammarskjold Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dag Hammarskjold Middle School is 0.50, which is less 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
#624 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
23%
31%
Black
1%
12%
White
67%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dag Hammarskjold Middle School's ranking?
Dag Hammarskjold Middle School is ranked #624 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Dag Hammarskjold Middle School?
564 students attend Dag Hammarskjold Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Dag Hammarskjold Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dag Hammarskjold Middle School?
Dag Hammarskjold Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dag Hammarskjold Middle School offer ?
Dag Hammarskjold Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dag Hammarskjold Middle School part of?
Dag Hammarskjold Middle School is part of Wallingford School District.
In what neighborhood is Dag Hammarskjold Middle School located?
Dag Hammarskjold Middle School is located in the Wallingford Center neighborhood of Wallingford, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Wallingford Center.
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