James H. Moran Middle School

141 Hope Hill Road
Wallingford, CT 06492

www.wallingford.k12.ct.us/our-schools/james-h-moran-middle-school

575 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

James H. Moran Middle School, located in Wallingford, Connecticut, serves as a vital educational hub for the local community, catering to students in the middle grades. As part of the Wallingford Public Schools district, the institution is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that addresses the unique academic, social, and emotional needs of young adolescents. The school emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum designed to challenge students while preparing them for the rigors of high school and beyond.

Beyond its core academic program, Moran Middle School places a strong focus on community engagement and the personal growth of its student body. The school encourages participation in a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, and arts programs, which help students develop leadership skills, teamwork, and individual interests. By maintaining high standards of instruction and promoting a culture of mutual respect, James H. Moran Middle School strives to cultivate responsible citizens who are prepared to contribute positively to their community.

575

Total Students

60.8

Full-Time Teachers

9.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

32.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for James H. Moran Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	402
Hispanic	113
Black	8
Asian	29
Two or More	22
Pacific Islander	1

White
402 (69.9 %)
Hispanic
113 (19.7 %)
Asian
29 (5.0 %)
Two or More
22 (3.8 %)
Black
8 (1.4 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Wallingford School District
Phone:	(203)741-2900
Website:	http://www.wallingford.k12.ct.us/our-schools/james-h-moran-middle-school
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	575
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	60.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	9.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	147
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	37

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 194

Grade 7 171

Grade 8 210