Colchester Elementary School
630 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 2nd
School Overview
Colchester Elementary School (CES), located at 315 Halls Hill Road in Colchester, Connecticut, serves as a primary educational pillar for the local community. As a school dedicated to early childhood and elementary development, it focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages academic growth, social-emotional development, and the foundational skills necessary for students to succeed as they transition into higher grade levels. The school emphasizes a partnership between educators, families, and the community to create an inclusive atmosphere where each child’s unique needs are recognized and nurtured.
Functioning under the broader Colchester Public Schools district, the elementary school adheres to a curriculum designed to meet rigorous state standards while promoting curiosity and critical thinking. Beyond core academics, CES typically integrates enrichment programs and resources to support the "whole child," ensuring that students not only excel in subjects like literacy and mathematics but also develop character and collaborative abilities. For parents, community members, or prospective families seeking more detailed information regarding school policies, events, and educational initiatives, the district’s official website at http://www.colchesterct.org serves as the primary hub for updates and institutional resources.
Functioning under the broader Colchester Public Schools district, the elementary school adheres to a curriculum designed to meet rigorous state standards while promoting curiosity and critical thinking. Beyond core academics, CES typically integrates enrichment programs and resources to support the "whole child," ensuring that students not only excel in subjects like literacy and mathematics but also develop character and collaborative abilities. For parents, community members, or prospective families seeking more detailed information regarding school policies, events, and educational initiatives, the district’s official website at http://www.colchesterct.org serves as the primary hub for updates and institutional resources.
630
Total Students
46.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
23.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 518 |
| Hispanic | 65 |
| Black | 9 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More | 29 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White518 (82.2 %)
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Hispanic65 (10.3 %)
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Two or More29 (4.6 %)
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Black9 (1.4 %)
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Asian6 (1.0 %)
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American Indian2 (0.3 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Colchester School District |
| Phone: | (860)537-0717 |
| Website: | http://www.colchesterct.org |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 2nd |
| Total Students: | 630 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 46.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 124 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 26 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
106
Kindergarten
173
Grade 1
190
Grade 2
161
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 106 |
| Kindergarten | 173 |
| Grade 1 | 190 |
| Grade 2 | 161 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 298 | 47.3% |
| Male | 332 | 52.7% |
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