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Carrington School

Elementary School · Waterbury School District

24 Kenmore Ave., Waterbury, CT 06708

Enrollment

453

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#513 of 990

In Waterbury

#2 of 32

public schools

In district

#2 of 29

Waterbury School District

Academic growth

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Carrington School

6.3/10

Elementary School in Waterbury · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.9/10

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About Carrington School

Carrington School is a public elementary school in Waterbury, CT, part of Waterbury School District. Carrington School serves approximately 453 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Carrington School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #513 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Carrington School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 4.2
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,973
Chronic Absenteeism15.9%

Carrington School — Students at Carrington School score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
44%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
46%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
46%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
35%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.

How Carrington School Compares

See how Carrington School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
48th percentile in CT
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.9%

Location

24 Kenmore Ave., Waterbury, CT 06708

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carrington School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Polk School (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Oakville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST JOHN'S SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Watertown), with a comparable rating. Additionally, John Trumbull Primary School (rated 5.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Oakville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Waterbury, see our Waterbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Swift Middle School Oakville 1.0 mi 6.9
ST MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL Oakville 1.2 mi 4.8
W. F. Kaynor Technical High School Waterbury 1.0 mi 6.0
Bunker Hill School Waterbury 1.2 mi 2.7
Polk School Oakville 1.8 mi 7.2
CATHOLIC STREAM ACADEMY OF WATERBURY Waterbury 1.5 mi 5.2
Watertown High School Watertown 1.7 mi 5.2
Memorial Middle School Middlebury 2.1 mi 5.8
ACES at Chase Waterbury 2.1 mi 4.2
John Trumbull Primary School Oakville 2.3 mi 5.3
West Side Middle School Waterbury 2.2 mi 3.3
Brass City Charter School Waterbury 1.9 mi 3.4
Sprague School Waterbury 2.0 mi 3.4
John F. Kennedy High School Waterbury 2.3 mi 3.6
F. J. Kingsbury School Waterbury 2.1 mi 3.2
ST JOHN'S SCHOOL Watertown 2.4 mi 5.9
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Watertown 2.4 mi 5.2
Driggs School Waterbury 2.3 mi 4.2
YESHIVA K'TANA OF WATERBURY Waterbury 2.4 mi 5.0
BAIS YAAKOV OF WATERBURY HIGH SCHOOL Waterbury 2.4 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06708 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,705

Median Home Value

$196,700

Median Rent

$1,275/mo

Population

29,103

College Educated

22%

Homeownership

54.9%

Avg Commute

30.2 min

Poverty Rate

16.4%

Median Age

37

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carrington School

What grades does Carrington School serve?

Carrington School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Carrington School?

Carrington School has an enrollment of approximately 453 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carrington School?

The student-teacher ratio at Carrington School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carrington School rank in CT?

Carrington School ranks #513 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Carrington School's MySchoolScout rating?

Carrington School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Carrington School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Carrington School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Carrington School a charter school?

No, Carrington School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Carrington School a Title I school?

No, Carrington School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Carrington School?

70.0% of students at Carrington School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
453
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 4
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.9%

District

Waterbury School District
District Enrollment
18,956
Schools in District
29
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,973
District Rank
#2 of 29

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