Education details for Cheshire, CT

Education Levels

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Education Level	Count
No Schooling	0
High School Diploma	0
Less than High School	0
Bachelor's Degree and Higher	0

Impact of Education on Community

Education plays a crucial role in shaping the quality of life and economic conditions of a community. Higher education levels are often associated with better job opportunities, higher income, and improved quality of life. Conversely, lower education levels can contribute to higher crime rates and increased cost of living due to limited economic opportunities. Understanding the educational landscape of an area can provide valuable insights into its social and economic dynamics.

Schools Overview

Explore the educational landscape of the area through detailed information about local schools. This includes data on school levels, teacher and student numbers, diversity, and graduation rates, which can help in evaluating the quality of education available.

Name	Level	Teachers	Students	Teachers/Students	By race	Male/Female	Grad. Rate
Chapman School	Elementary	25	359	1/13	asian: 16 black: 8 hispanic: 29 white: 293 other: 13	194/ 165	None
Cheshire High School	High	104	1239	1/11	asian: 139 black: 48 hispanic: 100 white: 929 other: 23	593/ 646	95.8
Dodd Middle School	Middle	54	622	1/11	asian: 63 black: 29 hispanic: 46 white: 464 other: 20	330/ 292	None
Doolittle School	Elementary	37	518	1/14	asian: 37 black: 18 hispanic: 47 white: 382 other: 34	281/ 237	None
Highland School	Elementary	61	818	1/13	asian: 76 black: 17 hispanic: 92 white: 605 other: 28	398/ 420	None
Norton School	Elementary	32	429	1/13	asian: 40 black: 16 hispanic: 33 white: 328 other: 12	218/ 211	None
Darcey School	Elementary	13	149	1/11	asian: 19 black: 7 hispanic: 18 white: 99 other: 6	90/ 59	None

Name: Chapman School

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 25

Students: 359

Teachers/Students: 1/13

By race: asian: 16
black: 8
hispanic: 29
white: 293
other: 13

Male/Female: 194/ 165

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Cheshire High School

Level: High

Teachers: 104

Students: 1239

Teachers/Students: 1/11

By race: asian: 139
black: 48
hispanic: 100
white: 929
other: 23

Male/Female: 593/ 646

Grad. Rate: 95.8

Name: Dodd Middle School

Level: Middle

Teachers: 54

Students: 622

Teachers/Students: 1/11

By race: asian: 63
black: 29
hispanic: 46
white: 464
other: 20

Male/Female: 330/ 292

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Doolittle School

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 37

Students: 518

Teachers/Students: 1/14

By race: asian: 37
black: 18
hispanic: 47
white: 382
other: 34

Male/Female: 281/ 237

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Highland School

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 61

Students: 818

Teachers/Students: 1/13

By race: asian: 76
black: 17
hispanic: 92
white: 605
other: 28

Male/Female: 398/ 420

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Norton School

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 32

Students: 429

Teachers/Students: 1/13

By race: asian: 40
black: 16
hispanic: 33
white: 328
other: 12

Male/Female: 218/ 211

Grad. Rate: None

Name: Darcey School

Level: Elementary

Teachers: 13

Students: 149

Teachers/Students: 1/11

By race: asian: 19
black: 7
hispanic: 18
white: 99
other: 6

Male/Female: 90/ 59

Grad. Rate: None

In Cheshire, CT, evaluating the educational landscape is crucial for families considering relocation. Here are seven key factors to consider when assessing neighborhood schools: 1. Teacher-to-Student Ratio: A lower ratio indicates more individualized attention for students, which can foster better learning outcomes. For instance, a 1:12 ratio suggests that teachers could more effectively cater to individual learning needs compared to schools with higher ratios. 2. Graduation Rates: High graduation rates are typically reflective of a school’s ability to support students through their educational journey, indicating strong academic and administrative frameworks. 3. Diversity in Schools: Schools with diverse student populations offer enriched cultural experiences and promote inclusivity. This diversity aids in preparing students for a global society and fosters a broad-minded community atmosphere. 4. School Budget and Resources: Adequate funding is crucial, influencing the quality of academic resources, facilities, and extracurricular opportunities available to students. A well-funded school is better positioned to offer comprehensive educational experiences. 5. Academic and Extracurricular Programs: Programs such as advanced coursework, sports, and arts are key to holistic student development. Evaluating these offerings can help align school choices with a child’s interests and strengths. 6. Safety and Environment: The safety of a school environment has direct implications on student well-being and learning efficiency. Factors such as campus security measures and the overall atmosphere are important considerations. 7. School Leadership and Vision: A school’s leadership and its educational philosophy can greatly affect the quality of education and the community sense within the school. Understanding the administrative vision is essential for assessing if the school's goals align with your values. Considering these factors, along with visiting schools and engaging with the community, will provide deeper insights and facilitate informed decisions, ensuring that the chosen educational path aligns with your family's priorities in Cheshire.