Serving 488 students in grades 6-8, Colchester Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VT
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colchester Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Colchester Middle School's student population of 488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colchester Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 281 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colchester Middle School is 0.27, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#112 out of 281 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
7%
3%
White
85%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
28%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colchester Middle School's ranking?
Colchester Middle School is ranked #112 out of 281 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% VT state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% VT state average).
How many students attend Colchester Middle School?
488 students attend Colchester Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Colchester Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colchester Middle School?
Colchester Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Colchester Middle School offer ?
Colchester Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Colchester Middle School part of?
Colchester Middle School is part of Colchester School District.
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