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Hopeville School

Elementary School · Waterbury School District

2 Cypress St., Waterbury, CT 06706

Enrollment

284

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#903 of 990

In Waterbury

#18 of 32

public schools

In district

#16 of 29

Waterbury School District

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Hopeville School

3.8/10

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

Washington School

2.8/10

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2.8/10

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About Hopeville School

Hopeville School is a public elementary school in Waterbury, CT, part of Waterbury School District. Hopeville School serves approximately 284 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Hopeville School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #903 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Hopeville School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.2
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)13% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,973
Chronic Absenteeism25%

Hopeville School — Students at Hopeville School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 26.2% (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
87%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
9%
ELA
14%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
12%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Hopeville School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.8/10
9th percentile in CT
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.0%

Location

2 Cypress St., Waterbury, CT 06706

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hopeville School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Walsh School (rated 5.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHILDREN'S COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Duggan School (rated 5.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waterbury, see our Waterbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Washington School Waterbury 0.6 mi 2.8
Gilmartin School Waterbury 0.7 mi 2.8
Maloney Interdistrict Magnet School Waterbury 1.1 mi 4.8
Duggan School Waterbury 0.9 mi 5.4
B. W. Tinker School Waterbury 0.9 mi 2.4
CHILDREN'S COMMUNITY SCHOOL Waterbury 1.4 mi 5.5
Waterbury Arts Magnet School Waterbury 1.4 mi 5.4
Wendell L. Cross School Waterbury 1.1 mi 3.7
Walsh School Waterbury 1.6 mi 5.8
ALPHA & OMEGA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waterbury 1.7 mi
Woodrow Wilson School Waterbury 1.6 mi 3.5
Waterbury Career Academy Waterbury 1.7 mi 6.8
Roberto Clemente International Dual Language School Waterbury 1.5 mi 4.4
John F. Kennedy High School Waterbury 1.5 mi 3.6
YESHIVA K'TANA OF WATERBURY Waterbury 2.0 mi 5.0
BAIS YAAKOV OF WATERBURY HIGH SCHOOL Waterbury 2.0 mi 5.9
IMPACT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waterbury 1.8 mi
Driggs School Waterbury 2.1 mi 4.2
West Side Middle School Waterbury 1.7 mi 3.3
HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL Waterbury 1.6 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,770

Median Home Value

$171,400

Median Rent

$1,233/mo

Population

15,546

College Educated

16.2%

Homeownership

43%

Avg Commute

26.9 min

Poverty Rate

24.8%

Median Age

36.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hopeville School

What grades does Hopeville School serve?

Hopeville School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Hopeville School?

Hopeville School has an enrollment of approximately 284 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hopeville School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hopeville School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hopeville School rank in CT?

Hopeville School ranks #903 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Hopeville School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hopeville School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Hopeville School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hopeville School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hopeville School a charter school?

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

Is Hopeville School a Title I school?

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

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

87.3% of students at Hopeville 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
71 Very Walkable
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
284
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 4
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.0%

District

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

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