Serving 578 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, B. W. Tinker 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 19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
B. W. Tinker School's student population of 578 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
578 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A Tinker Tiger R.O.A.R.S. We are Tinker Tigers. We are Respectful, Organized, Academic, Responsible, and Safe.
School Rankings
B. W. Tinker School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of B. W. Tinker School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#812 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
64%
32%
Black
17%
12%
White
12%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is B. W. Tinker School's ranking?
B. W. Tinker School is ranked #812 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are B. W. Tinker School often compared to?
B. W. Tinker Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Duggan School, West Side Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend B. W. Tinker School?
578 students attend B. W. Tinker School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of B. W. Tinker School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of B. W. Tinker School?
B. W. Tinker School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does B. W. Tinker School offer ?
B. W. Tinker School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is B. W. Tinker School part of?
B. W. Tinker School is part of Waterbury School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school has very easy to understand learning tactics for every grade. In my opinion, the teachers did outstanding jobs to make sure every child was able to learn no matter what. As a former student, I recommend this school to anyone who would like their child to be treated equally in all forms.
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