Joy D. Rice School serves 11 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 was lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 9% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
31%
Black
9%
12%
White
91%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
22%
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 Joy D. Rice School?
11 students attend Joy D. Rice School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Joy D. Rice School students are White, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joy D. Rice School?
Joy D. Rice School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Joy D. Rice School offer ?
Joy D. Rice School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Joy D. Rice School part of?
Joy D. Rice School is part of Winchester School District.
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