Best Public Schools in Zip Code 06704

The 06704 zip code area of Waterbury, Connecticut is home to 9 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools, all part of the Waterbury School District. While the district as a whole is ranked 149 out of 156 in the state and has a 0 out of 5 star rating from SchoolDigger, a few schools in the area stand out for their relatively higher performance.

Regan School, an elementary school, has the highest performance on standardized tests in the area, with 59.2% of 3rd graders proficient or better in SBAC Math in 2024-2025, compared to the district average of 28.1% and the state average of 52.2%. Additionally, Waterbury Career Academy, a high school, outperforms the other high schools in the area, ranking 91 out of 141 Connecticut high schools in 2024-2025 and earning 2 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger.

However, the overall performance of the schools in this area is quite low, with most schools ranking in the bottom half of their respective categories in the state. This is likely due to the high poverty levels in the district, as indicated by the very high free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 77.33% at Regan School to 91.26% at Reed School. Additionally, the chronic absenteeism rate of 17.7% across all schools is concerning and likely has a significant impact on student learning and achievement.