Waterbury School District

The Waterbury School District in Connecticut operates 29 schools, including 21 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 5 high schools, serving a predominantly minority and economically disadvantaged student population. While the district as a whole struggles academically, with performance well below state averages, a few standout schools demonstrate the potential for higher achievement.

Waterbury Arts Magnet School is the highest-performing school in the district, ranking 91st out of 145 Connecticut high schools and earning 2 out of 5 SchoolDigger stars. Its students significantly outperform the district and state on state assessments in English, math, and science. At the elementary level, Regan School stands out with the highest math proficiency rates, while Carrington School shows strong early-grade performance.

However, the wide achievement gap between the highest and lowest performing schools in the Waterbury School District reflects systemic challenges. Schools with higher percentages of minority and economically disadvantaged students tend to have lower proficiency rates, suggesting the need for targeted interventions and equitable resource allocation. With the right strategies and investments, the data indicates that schools in Waterbury can make meaningful progress in improving academic outcomes for all students.