Serving 461 students in grades Kindergarten-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 40%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waddell School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Waddell School's student population of 461 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
461 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waddell School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waddell School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#634 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
33%
30%
Black
26%
12%
White
20%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
36%
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 #634 out of 942 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, Bowers School, Braeburn 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 40% 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?
461 students attend Waddell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Waddell School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waddell School?
Waddell School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Waddell School offer ?
Waddell School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
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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