William J. Johnston Middle School
477 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
William J. Johnston Middle School, located in Colchester, Connecticut, serves as the primary middle school for the local district, typically educating students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Colchester Public Schools system, the institution focuses on fostering academic growth while supporting the social and emotional development of early adolescents. The school is committed to providing a structured yet engaging environment that prepares students for the transition to high school by offering a diverse curriculum, extracurricular activities, and a range of support services tailored to the needs of the middle school age group.
The school emphasizes community involvement and partnership with families to ensure student success. By utilizing its location at 360 Norwich Ave, the school maintains close ties with the surrounding Colchester community, often integrating local resources into its educational programs. For parents, students, and community members looking for detailed information regarding school policies, academic calendars, faculty contacts, or district-wide initiatives, the official website at http://www.colchesterct.org serves as the central hub for all relevant school-related news and administrative resources.
The school emphasizes community involvement and partnership with families to ensure student success. By utilizing its location at 360 Norwich Ave, the school maintains close ties with the surrounding Colchester community, often integrating local resources into its educational programs. For parents, students, and community members looking for detailed information regarding school policies, academic calendars, faculty contacts, or district-wide initiatives, the official website at http://www.colchesterct.org serves as the central hub for all relevant school-related news and administrative resources.
477
Total Students
43.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
21.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 388 |
| Hispanic | 38 |
| Black | 12 |
| Asian | 17 |
| Two or More | 22 |
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White388 (81.3 %)
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Hispanic38 (8.0 %)
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Two or More22 (4.6 %)
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Asian17 (3.6 %)
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Black12 (2.5 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Colchester School District |
| Phone: | (860)537-2313 |
| Website: | http://www.colchesterct.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 477 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 43.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 83 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 18 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
158
Grade 7
158
Grade 8
161
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 158 |
| Grade 7 | 158 |
| Grade 8 | 161 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 224 | 47% |
| Male | 253 | 53% |
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