Schools in Colchester, CT

The city of Colchester, Connecticut is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including Colchester Elementary School, Bacon Academy, William J. Johnston Middle School, and Jack Jackter Intermediate School. These schools are part of the Colchester School District and have a strong focus on academic achievement.

Among the standout schools in Colchester, Bacon Academy consistently ranks among the top high schools in Connecticut, with a statewide ranking between 33 and 54 over the past few years and a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's student performance on standardized tests, such as the SAT and NGSS, is notably higher than the state averages. Similarly, William J. Johnston Middle School has performed well, ranking between 41 and 59 among Connecticut middle schools and maintaining a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

While the schools in Colchester generally perform better than the state averages on standardized tests, particularly in English Language Arts and Science, they do face some challenges. All four schools have relatively high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 17.7% to 26.9%, which is an area of concern for the district. Additionally, the schools have varying percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, with Bacon Academy having the highest rate at 26.82% and Colchester Elementary School having the lowest at 26.9%. Despite these challenges, the district's commitment to providing adequate resources and funding is evident in the relatively high spending per student, which ranges from $16,895 to $17,467.