Serving 476 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Waddell 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Waddell School serves the northwest part of Manchester, CT, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waddell School's student population of 476 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
476 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Every Child, Every Day'
School Rankings
Waddell 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 Waddell School is 0.77, which is more 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
#641 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
19%
5%
Hispanic
35%
32%
Black
24%
12%
White
15%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waddell School's ranking?
Waddell School is ranked #641 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Waddell School often compared to?
Waddell Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Odyssey Community School, Braeburn School, Verplanck School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Waddell School?
476 students attend Waddell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Waddell School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 19% of students are Asian, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waddell School?
Waddell School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Waddell School offer ?
Waddell School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waddell School part of?
Waddell School is part of Manchester School District.
In what neighborhood is Waddell School located?
Waddell School is located in the Central Manchester neighborhood of Manchester, CT. There are 5 other public schools located in Central Manchester.
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