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H. S. Chase School

Elementary School · Waterbury School District

40 Woodtick Rd., Waterbury, CT 06705

Enrollment

585

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#724 of 990

In Waterbury

#10 of 32

public schools

In district

#9 of 29

Waterbury School District

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H. S. Chase School

5.1/10

Elementary School in Waterbury · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About H. S. Chase School

H. S. Chase School is a public elementary school in Waterbury, CT, part of Waterbury School District.

H. S. Chase School serves approximately 585 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio.

H. S. Chase School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #724 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for H. S. Chase School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 4.2
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,973
Chronic Absenteeism15.2%

H. S. Chase School — Students at H. S. Chase School score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
79%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
28%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
21%
ELA
25%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How H. S. Chase School Compares

See how H. S. Chase School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
27th percentile in CT
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.2%

Location

40 Woodtick Rd., Waterbury, CT 06705

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering H. S. Chase School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Frisbie School (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Wolcott), which scores notably higher. Another option is Walsh School (rated 5.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Reed School (rated 5.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Waterbury, see our Waterbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
IMPACT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waterbury 0.1 mi
Roberto Clemente International Dual Language School Waterbury 0.4 mi 4.4
Woodrow Wilson School Waterbury 0.8 mi 3.5
Waterbury Career Academy Waterbury 0.8 mi 6.8
Wendell L. Cross School Waterbury 1.4 mi 3.7
CHILDREN'S COMMUNITY SCHOOL Waterbury 1.1 mi 5.5
Walsh School Waterbury 1.3 mi 5.8
Reed School Waterbury 1.4 mi 5.6
Margaret M. Generali Elementary School Waterbury 1.3 mi 2.7
Washington School Waterbury 1.6 mi 2.8
Maloney Interdistrict Magnet School Waterbury 1.6 mi 4.8
Waterbury Arts Magnet School Waterbury 1.6 mi 5.4
Hopeville School Waterbury 1.9 mi 3.8
ALPHA & OMEGA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waterbury 1.8 mi
Crosby High School Waterbury 1.8 mi 3.7
Michael F. Wallace Middle School Waterbury 1.8 mi 4.1
Gilmartin School Waterbury 2.3 mi 2.8
BAIS YAAKOV OF WATERBURY HIGH SCHOOL Waterbury 1.9 mi 5.9
Frisbie School Wolcott 2.2 mi 8.9
YESHIVA K'TANA OF WATERBURY Waterbury 1.9 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,169

Median Home Value

$177,700

Median Rent

$1,165/mo

Population

26,352

College Educated

17.9%

Homeownership

47.9%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

23.1%

Median Age

41.5

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Gallup Hill School Ledyard, CT 5.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about H. S. Chase School

What grades does H. S. Chase School serve?

H. S. Chase School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend H. S. Chase School?

H. S. Chase School has an enrollment of approximately 585 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at H. S. Chase School?

The student-teacher ratio at H. S. Chase School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does H. S. Chase School rank in CT?

H. S. Chase School ranks #724 of 990 schools in CT.

What is H. S. Chase School's MySchoolScout rating?

H. S. Chase School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 H. S. Chase School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, H. S. Chase School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is H. S. Chase School a charter school?

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

Is H. S. Chase School a Title I school?

No, H. S. Chase School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for H. S. Chase School?

77.6% of students at H. S. Chase 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
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
585
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 4
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.2%

District

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

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