For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,303 students in Waterford, CT (there are 1 private school, serving 59 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Waterford, CT are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in Waterford, CT are Great Neck Elementary School, Oswegatchie Elementary School and Waterford High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waterford, CT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Connecticut public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Waterford have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Connecticut public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Waterford, CT (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Great Neck Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
165 Great Neck Rd.
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 442-2593
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 442-2593
Gr: PK-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Oswegatchie Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
470 Boston Post Rd.
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 442-4331
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 442-4331
Gr: PK-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Waterford High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
20 Rope Ferry Rd.
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 437-6956
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 437-6956
Gr: 9-12 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Clark Lane Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
105 Clark Ln.
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 443-2837
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 443-2837
Gr: 6-8 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
The Friendship School
Magnet School
24 Rope Ferry Rd.
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 447-4049
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 447-4049
Gr: PK | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Waterford, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Autism Class (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
165 Great Neck Road
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 444-5802
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 444-5802
Gr: 1-2 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
48 Dayton Road
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 443-7690
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 443-7690
Gr: K-5 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Dual Language & Arts Magnet Middle School (Closed 2023)
Magnet School
51 Daniels Avenue
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 434-4800
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 434-4800
Gr: 6-8
Homebound High School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
15 Rope Ferry Road
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 444-5870
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 444-5870
Gr: 9-10 | 2 students
Learn Sails Middle School Program (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
51 Daniels Avenue
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 443-0461
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 443-0461
Gr: 6-8 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
15 Rope Ferry Rd.
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 437-6969
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 437-6969
Gr: PK | 43 students Minority enrollment: 9%
Waterford High School Tutor Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
20 Rope Ferry Road
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 437-6956
Waterford, CT 06385
(860) 437-6956
Gr: 10-12 | 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Waterford, CT?
The top-ranked public schools in Waterford, CT include Great Neck Elementary School, Oswegatchie Elementary School and Waterford High School.
How many public schools are located in Waterford?
5 public schools are located in Waterford.
What percentage of students in Waterford go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Waterford are educated in public schools (compared to the CT state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in Waterford?
Waterford public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Waterford are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Waterford include: Oswegatchie Elementary School vs. Great Neck Elementary School
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