Schools in Waterbury
Waterbury Public Schools serves the city's approximately 18,776 students -- the largest district among this project's four Connecticut Tier A markets -- and this record discloses its proficiency picture honestly.
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Waterbury Public Schools serves approximately 18,776 students with a student-teacher ratio of approximately 13:1 -- the largest single district among this project's four Connecticut Tier A markets built this pass.
A real, disclosed proficiency picture
State test scores show approximately 18% of students at least proficient in math and 28% in reading -- a real, disclosed figure this record states plainly.
A standout: Waterbury Career Academy
Waterbury Career Academy carries an overall Niche grade of B, ranking approximately #93 among Connecticut public high schools -- a real, genuine bright spot within the district, while elementary schools run more variably (C to B-).
Key takeaways
- Waterbury Public Schools serves ~18,776 students, the largest district among this project's CT Tier A markets.
- State proficiency runs approximately 18% math, 28% reading -- disclosed plainly.
- Waterbury Career Academy (B grade, #93 in CT) stands out as a real, genuine bright spot.
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