Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Waltersville School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waltersville School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Waltersville School's student population of 440 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waltersville School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waltersville School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#874 out of 940 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
64%
29%
Black
29%
13%
White
5%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waltersville School's ranking?
Waltersville School is ranked #874 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Waltersville School often compared to?
Waltersville Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barnum School, Luis Munoz Marin School, Park City Prep Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Waltersville School?
440 students attend Waltersville School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Waltersville School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waltersville School?
Waltersville School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Waltersville School offer ?
Waltersville School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Waltersville School part of?
Waltersville School is part of Bridgeport School District.
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