Colchester Elementary School serves 606 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Colchester Elementary School's student population of 606 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 51% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
606 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of Colchester Elementary School is 0.32, 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
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
31%
Black
2%
12%
White
82%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Colchester Elementary School?
606 students attend Colchester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Colchester Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colchester Elementary School?
Colchester Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than 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 12/20/2010
Large classes, children donot get the attention they need to excell.
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