International School serves 171 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
International School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
International School's student population of 171 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
171 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of International School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
84%
30%
Black
10%
12%
White
3%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
36%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend International School?
171 students attend International School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of International School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of International School?
International School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does International School offer ?
International School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is International School part of?
International School is part of Waterbury School District.
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