M. D. FOX SCHOOL

M. D. Fox School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Hartford School District school district, located in Hartford, CT with about 610 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 50 teachers, M. D. Fox School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The M.D. Fox School, located on Maple Avenue in Hartford, Connecticut, is a public elementary school serving students within the Hartford Public Schools district. The school is named in honor of Dr. Michael D. Fox, a historic figure in the Hartford community, and it operates with a commitment to providing a foundational education that prepares students for academic and personal success. As part of a large urban district, the school focuses on creating an inclusive environment that addresses the diverse needs of its student population, emphasizing core academic skills while fostering a supportive social-emotional climate.

The school’s programming is designed to align with the district’s broader mission of equity and excellence, ensuring that students have access to a well-rounded curriculum that includes literacy, mathematics, science, and the arts. By leveraging resources from the Hartford Public Schools network, M.D. Fox aims to engage families and the local community to enhance the learning experience. The school serves as a central hub for its neighborhood, working to cultivate a sense of pride and community involvement while focusing on continuous improvement in student performance and classroom engagement.

For more information, contact M. D. Fox School at (860) 695-7790 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.