Serving 606 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Wendell L. Cross 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 17% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 606 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wendell L. Cross School's student population of 606 students has grown by 88% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
606 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Motto
Students will be empowered to think and reason through meaningful integrated instruction with the commitment of the entire Wendell L. Cross community.
School Rankings
Wendell L. Cross 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 Wendell L. Cross School is 0.64, 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
#767 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
53%
32%
Black
23%
12%
White
15%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wendell L. Cross School's ranking?
Wendell L. Cross School is ranked #767 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Wendell L. Cross School often compared to?
Wendell L. Cross Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gilmartin School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Wendell L. Cross School?
606 students attend Wendell L. Cross School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Wendell L. Cross School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wendell L. Cross School?
Wendell L. Cross School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wendell L. Cross School offer ?
Wendell L. Cross School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wendell L. Cross School part of?
Wendell L. Cross School is part of Waterbury School District.
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