Summary:
The 06708 zip code area of Waterbury, Connecticut is home to 8 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools. The schools in this area serve a diverse student population, with Hispanic students making up the largest racial group across the schools.
Among the standout schools in the area is ACES at Chase, a public magnet middle school that significantly outperforms the Waterbury School District and the state of Connecticut on various test score metrics. Another high-performing school is Carrington School, a PK-8 public school with strong academic results, particularly in the elementary grades. In contrast, John F. Kennedy High School and Bunker Hill School are among the lower-performing schools in the area, with test scores well below the district and state averages.
The data also reveals a wide range in per-student spending, from $14,013 to $25,029, with the magnet school ACES at Chase spending the most. Student-teacher ratios also vary, from 9.7 to 17.9 students per teacher, with the elementary schools generally having higher ratios than the middle and high schools. The high rates of free/reduced lunch eligibility, ranging from 35.62% to 86.71%, indicate that many students in this community face socioeconomic challenges that can impact their academic success.
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