Serving 509 students in grades 3-5, Jack Jackter Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Jack Jackter Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire Colchester, CT school district, encompassing approximately 49.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jack Jackter Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jack Jackter Intermediate School's student population of 509 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
509 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jack Jackter Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jack Jackter Intermediate 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#270 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
81%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jack Jackter Intermediate School's ranking?
Jack Jackter Intermediate School is ranked #270 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Jack Jackter Intermediate School often compared to?
Jack Jackter Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lillie B. Haynes School, Northeast Academy Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Jack Jackter Intermediate School?
509 students attend Jack Jackter Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Jack Jackter Intermediate School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jack Jackter Intermediate School?
Jack Jackter Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jack Jackter Intermediate School offer ?
Jack Jackter Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jack Jackter Intermediate School part of?
Jack Jackter Intermediate School is part of Colchester School District.
In what neighborhood is Jack Jackter Intermediate School located?
Jack Jackter Intermediate School is located in the Colchester Center neighborhood of Colchester, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Colchester Center.
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