B+
William J. Johnston Middle School
PublicMiddleGrades 6–9
360 Norwich Ave., Colchester, CT 06415 · (860) 537-2313 · Part of Colchester School District
Students
452
Students per teacher
11:1
Free or reduced lunch
22%
Setting
Town
Grades
6–9
What stands out about William J. Johnston Middle School
- Math proficiency 22 pts above the state
- Reading / language arts 9 pts above the state
- Small classes: 11:1 students per teacher
- Enrollment down 9.8% since 2020
Test scores
EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21) · 2020–21Math proficiency60%
State average 37.9%
Reading / language arts60%
State average 50.7%
Location
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360 Norwich Ave., Colchester
Students
Enrollment by grade
Grade 6148
Grade 7144
Grade 8159
Grade 91
Enrollment over time
501’20
478’21
477’22
470’23
452’24
Down 9.8% since 2020.
Who goes here
White 81%Hispanic 10%Two or more races 5%Black 2%Asian 2%
As reported to NCES, share of students with a reported race or ethnicity.
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School facts: U.S. Department of Education (NCES), 2024-2025 school year. Scores: EDFacts via Urban Institute Education Data Portal (SY2020-21). The School Grade is our own summary of state test results. Neighbor ratings are opinions, not an official measure of school quality.