Colchester Elementary School serves 552 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Attendance Zone: Colchester Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Colchester, CT, covering approximately 49.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 4.2 miles and the furthest edge located 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Colchester Elementary School's student population of 552 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
552 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Colchester Elementary School is 0.33, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
10%
32%
Black
4%
12%
White
81%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Colchester Elementary School?
552 students attend Colchester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Colchester Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colchester Elementary School?
Colchester Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Colchester Elementary School offer ?
Colchester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Colchester Elementary School part of?
Colchester Elementary School is part of Colchester School District.
In what neighborhood is Colchester Elementary School located?
Colchester Elementary School is located in the Colchester Center neighborhood of Colchester, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Colchester Center.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Large classes, children donot get the attention they need to excell.
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