Below Average
#852 of 990 schools in CT
Driggs School
Elementary School · Waterbury School District
77 Woodlawn Terrace, Waterbury, CT 06710
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#852 of 990
In Waterbury
#16 of 32
public schools
In district
#14 of 29
Waterbury School District
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Driggs School
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About Driggs School
Driggs School is a public elementary school in Waterbury, CT, part of Waterbury School District. Driggs School serves approximately 452 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Driggs School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #852 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Driggs School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.2
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Driggs School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Driggs School — Students at Driggs School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.9/10.
How Driggs School Compares
See how Driggs School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
77 Woodlawn Terrace, Waterbury, CT 06710
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Driggs School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Walsh School (rated 5.8/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Reed School (rated 5.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHILDREN'S COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waterbury, see our Waterbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BAIS YAAKOV OF WATERBURY HIGH SCHOOL Waterbury | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| YESHIVA K'TANA OF WATERBURY Waterbury | 0.1 mi | 5.0 |
| ALPHA & OMEGA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waterbury | 0.4 mi | — |
| Brass City Charter School Waterbury | 0.4 mi | 3.4 |
| F. J. Kingsbury School Waterbury | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Waterbury Arts Magnet School Waterbury | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Walsh School Waterbury | 0.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Maloney Interdistrict Magnet School Waterbury | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Reed School Waterbury | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| CHILDREN'S COMMUNITY SCHOOL Waterbury | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Bunker Hill School Waterbury | 1.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Duggan School Waterbury | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| CATHOLIC STREAM ACADEMY OF WATERBURY Waterbury | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Washington School Waterbury | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| Waterbury Career Academy Waterbury | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| John F. Kennedy High School Waterbury | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Sprague School Waterbury | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Woodrow Wilson School Waterbury | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| W. F. Kaynor Technical High School Waterbury | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| West Side Middle School Waterbury | 1.7 mi | 3.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06710 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,774
Median Home Value
$219,600
Median Rent
$1,135/mo
Population
9,669
College Educated
15.2%
Homeownership
32.1%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
28.6%
Median Age
36
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Academy of International Studies Elementary School South Windsor, CT | 4.2 |
| Beardsley School Bridgeport, CT | 4.2 |
| Ellsworth Avenue School Danbury, CT | 4.2 |
| Prudence Crandall School Enfield, CT | 4.2 |
| Second Hill Lane School Stratford, CT | 4.2 |
| Verplanck School Manchester, CT | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Driggs School
What grades does Driggs School serve?
Driggs School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Driggs School?
Driggs School has an enrollment of approximately 452 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Driggs School?
The student-teacher ratio at Driggs School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Driggs School rank in CT?
Driggs School ranks #852 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Driggs School's MySchoolScout rating?
Driggs School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Driggs School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Driggs School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Driggs School a charter school?
No, Driggs School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Driggs School a Title I school?
No, Driggs School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Driggs School?
85.0% of students at Driggs 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 452
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 4
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.2%
- Phone
- (203) 574-8160
Resources & Links
District
Waterbury School District- District Enrollment
- 18,956
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,973
- District Rank
- #14 of 29
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