Colchester High School is a public senior high school in Colchester, Vermont, and is part of the Colchester School District in Chittenden County, Vermont. The high school serves 9th through 12th grades. Enrollment is approximately 650 to 825 students with an annual graduating class of around 170 to 230 seniors.
Serving 715 students in grades 9-12, Colchester High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Vermont for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Vermont state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Vermont state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Vermont state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Vermont state average of 13% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 5% in VT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colchester High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Vermont for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Colchester High School's student population of 715 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
715 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1975
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the Colchester High School—proud of its respect for individual needs and its commitment to integrated learning—is to ensure that all students will develop the academic proficiency, social skill, and character, to be fulfilled, responsible,
School Rankings
Colchester High School ranks within the top 50% of all 280 schools in Vermont (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colchester High School is 0.35, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.25. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#100 out of 280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
5%
4%
Black
5%
3%
White
80%
87%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
83%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Champ (lakemonster)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colchester High School's ranking?
Colchester High School is ranked #100 out of 280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Vermont.
What schools are Colchester High School often compared to?
Colchester High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burlington High School, South Burlington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% VT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% VT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colchester High School?
The graduation rate of Colchester High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 83%.
How many students attend Colchester High School?
715 students attend Colchester High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Colchester High School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Colchester High School?
Colchester High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Vermont state average of 11:1.
What grades does Colchester High School offer ?
Colchester High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Colchester High School part of?
Colchester High School is part of Colchester School District.
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