Serving 444 students in grades 3-5, Jack Jackter Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jack Jackter Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jack Jackter Intermediate School's student population of 444 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jack Jackter Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jack Jackter Intermediate School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#291 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
30%
Black
1%
12%
White
84%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jack Jackter Intermediate School's ranking?
Jack Jackter Intermediate School is ranked #291 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Jack Jackter Intermediate School often compared to?
Jack Jackter Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lillie B. Haynes School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Jack Jackter Intermediate School?
444 students attend Jack Jackter Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Jack Jackter Intermediate School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jack Jackter Intermediate School?
Jack Jackter Intermediate School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jack Jackter Intermediate School offer ?
Jack Jackter Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jack Jackter Intermediate School part of?
Jack Jackter Intermediate School is part of Colchester School District.
In what neighborhood is Jack Jackter Intermediate School located?
Jack Jackter Intermediate School is located in the Colchester Center neighborhood of Colchester, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Colchester Center.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
Early Release Day Students - Last Day School
June 11, 2025 (Wednesday)
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