Chester School District


Summary:

The Chester School District in Connecticut is home to a single standout elementary school, Chester Elementary School. This school consistently ranks among the top 7% of elementary schools in the state, maintaining a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger for the past three years. With exceptional academic performance, Chester Elementary boasts student proficiency rates well above the state averages in both English Language Arts and Mathematics.

Chester Elementary School's 222 students, predominantly White, benefit from the district's high per-student spending of $23,501. The school's academic excellence is evidenced by the fact that 78.8% of 4th graders and 75.7% of 6th graders scored proficient or better in ELA, compared to the state averages of 49.4% and 48.1% respectively. In Mathematics, an impressive 81.8% of 4th graders at Chester Elementary scored proficient or better, far surpassing the state average of 49.7%. This consistent high performance suggests the school is providing an exceptional educational experience for its students.

While Chester Elementary School's academic achievements are undoubtedly impressive, the school's demographic composition, with a relatively low percentage of minority and economically disadvantaged students, raises questions about its ability to serve a diverse student population and address potential achievement gaps. Further analysis of the school's funding, resources, and comparative performance within the district and region would provide a more comprehensive understanding of its strengths and areas for improvement.

District Detail

 1 Winthrop Road
Deep River, CT 06417

 (860) 526-2417

SchoolDigger Rank:
10th of 158 Connecticut districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-6
Students: 222

Primary Schools: 1
Middle Schools: 0
High Schools: 0
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Connecticut Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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