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Colchester Middle School

Middle School · Colchester School District

P.O. Box 30, Colchester, VT 05446

Enrollment

482

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

6.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Vermont schools

#144 of 280

In Colchester

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Colchester School District

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Colchester Middle School

6.4/10

Middle School in Colchester · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.3/10

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7.1/10

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About Colchester Middle School

Colchester Middle School is a public middle school in Colchester, VT, part of Colchester School District. Colchester Middle School serves approximately 482 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Colchester Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #144 of 280 schools in VT.

Structured state assessment records for Colchester Middle School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above VT schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • VT avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-2.82 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,802
Chronic Absenteeism22.8%

Colchester Middle School — Students at Colchester Middle School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from VT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
71%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
69%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
38%
ELA
53%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.8/10.

How Colchester Middle School Compares

See how Colchester Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
49th percentile in VT
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

Location

P.O. Box 30, Colchester, VT 05446

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Colchester Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Edmunds Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lyman C. Hunt Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Winooski Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Winooski), a more accessible option. For more schools in Colchester, see our Colchester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Malletts Bay School Colchester 0.1 mi 7.3
Colchester High School Colchester 0.2 mi 7.1
C. P. Smith School Burlington 2.5 mi 8.1
Porters Point School Colchester 2.3 mi 4.1
Lyman C. Hunt Middle School Burlington 2.7 mi 6.9
ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Winooski 3.2 mi 6.4
Winooski Middle School Winooski 3.1 mi 5.1
J. F. Kennedy Elementary School Winooski 3.1 mi 4.6
Winooski High School Winooski 3.1 mi 4.7
Union Memorial School Colchester 2.5 mi 7.5
Burlington High School Burlington 3.3 mi 7.0
Integrated Arts Academy at H. O. Wheeler Burlington 3.6 mi 8.2
ROCK POINT SCHOOL Burlington 3.4 mi
J. J. Flynn School Burlington 3.0 mi 6.2
Sustainability Academy at Lawrence Barnes Burlington 3.9 mi 7.8
MATER CHRISTI SCHOOL Burlington 4.1 mi 6.5
MILL SCHOOL (THE) Winooski 3.8 mi
TAMIM ACADEMY OF VT Burlington 4.2 mi
Edmunds Middle School Burlington 4.5 mi 7.7
Edmunds Elementary School Burlington 4.5 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 05446 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,442

Median Home Value

$357,100

Median Rent

$1,323/mo

Population

16,361

College Educated

41%

Homeownership

72.2%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

40.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School South Burlington, VT 6.6
Browns River Middle School Jericho, VT 6.0
Lyman C. Hunt Middle School Burlington, VT 6.9
Hartford Memorial Middle School White River Junction, VT 5.6
Camels Hump Middle School Richmond, VT 7.5
Edmunds Middle School Burlington, VT 7.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Colchester Middle School

What grades does Colchester Middle School serve?

Colchester Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Colchester Middle School?

Colchester Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 482 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Colchester Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Colchester Middle School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Colchester Middle School rank in VT?

Colchester Middle School ranks #144 of 280 schools in VT.

What is Colchester Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Colchester Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Colchester Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Colchester Middle School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Colchester Middle School a charter school?

No, Colchester Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Colchester Middle School a Title I school?

No, Colchester Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Colchester Middle School?

37.8% of students at Colchester Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
482
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Chittenden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.8%

District

Colchester School District
District Enrollment
2,424
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,802
District Rank
#4 of 5

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