Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School
343 Students
Middle School 5th - 8th
School Overview
Bennie Dover Jackson (BDJ) Middle School, located in New London, Connecticut, serves as a central hub for the city’s middle-grade education, typically catering to students in grades 6 through 8. The school is known for its focus on providing a structured environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement. As part of the New London Public Schools district, the institution strives to prepare its diverse student population for the rigor of high school by fostering a culture of high expectations and inclusive learning.
Beyond core academics, Bennie Dover Jackson offers a variety of extracurricular activities and programs designed to help students discover their unique interests and talents. The school places a significant emphasis on building strong partnerships with families and the local New London community, aiming to create a collaborative environment where students feel supported and empowered. By integrating technology into the classroom and focusing on both character building and scholastic achievement, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded, responsible, and capable citizens ready for future success.
Beyond core academics, Bennie Dover Jackson offers a variety of extracurricular activities and programs designed to help students discover their unique interests and talents. The school places a significant emphasis on building strong partnerships with families and the local New London community, aiming to create a collaborative environment where students feel supported and empowered. By integrating technology into the classroom and focusing on both character building and scholastic achievement, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded, responsible, and capable citizens ready for future success.
343
Total Students
47.0
Full-Time Teachers
7.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
94.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 22 |
| Hispanic | 223 |
| Black | 62 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 28 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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Hispanic223 (65.0%)
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Black62 (18.1%)
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Two or More28 (8.2%)
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White22 (6.4%)
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Asian4 (1.2%)
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American Indian2 (0.6%)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.6%)
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: | New London School District |
| Phone: | (860)437-6480 |
| Website: | http://newlondon.org |
| Grade Range: | 5th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 343 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 47.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 7.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 295 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 28 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
88
Grade 7
119
Grade 8
136
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 88 |
| Grade 7 | 119 |
| Grade 8 | 136 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 155 | 45.2% |
| Male | 188 | 54.8% |
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