Needs Improvement
#981 of 990 schools in CT
Margaret M. Generali Elementary School
Elementary School · Waterbury School District
3196 East Main St., Waterbury, CT 06705
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#981 of 990
In Waterbury
#31 of 32
public schools
In district
#28 of 29
Waterbury School District
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Margaret M. Generali Elementary School
Elementary School in Waterbury · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Margaret M. Generali Elementary School
Margaret M. Generali Elementary School is a public elementary school in Waterbury, CT, part of Waterbury School District. Margaret M.
Generali Elementary School serves approximately 454 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Margaret M. Generali Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #981 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Margaret M. Generali Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Margaret M. Generali Elementary 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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Margaret M. Generali Elementary School — Students at Margaret M. Generali Elementary School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 2.0/10.
How Margaret M. Generali Elementary School Compares
See how Margaret M. Generali Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3196 East Main St., Waterbury, CT 06705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Margaret M. Generali Elementary 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 Prospect Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Prospect), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Darcey School (rated 6.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Cheshire), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waterbury, see our Waterbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Crosby High School Waterbury | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Michael F. Wallace Middle School Waterbury | 0.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Rotella Interdistrict Magnet School Waterbury | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Tyrrell Middle School Wolcott | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| H. S. Chase School Waterbury | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| IMPACT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waterbury | 1.4 mi | — |
| Roberto Clemente International Dual Language School Waterbury | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Frisbie School Wolcott | 2.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Wendell L. Cross School Waterbury | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Woodrow Wilson School Waterbury | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Waterbury Career Academy Waterbury | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Long River Middle School Prospect | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Darcey School Cheshire | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| CHILDREN'S COMMUNITY SCHOOL Waterbury | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Reed School Waterbury | 2.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Walsh School Waterbury | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Gilmartin School Waterbury | 2.8 mi | 2.8 |
| Washington School Waterbury | 2.7 mi | 2.8 |
| Hopeville School Waterbury | 2.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Prospect Elementary School Prospect | 3.7 mi | 8.6 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Booker T. Washington Academy New Haven, CT | 2.7 |
| Bunker Hill School Waterbury, CT | 2.7 |
| Edgewood School New Haven, CT | 2.8 |
| Gilmartin School Waterbury, CT | 2.8 |
| Washington School Waterbury, CT | 2.8 |
| Mead School Ansonia, CT | 2.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Margaret M. Generali Elementary School
What grades does Margaret M. Generali Elementary School serve?
Margaret M. Generali Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Margaret M. Generali Elementary School?
Margaret M. Generali Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 454 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Margaret M. Generali Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Margaret M. Generali Elementary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Margaret M. Generali Elementary School rank in CT?
Margaret M. Generali Elementary School ranks #981 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Margaret M. Generali Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Margaret M. Generali Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Margaret M. Generali Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Margaret M. Generali Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Margaret M. Generali Elementary School a charter school?
No, Margaret M. Generali Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Margaret M. Generali Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Margaret M. Generali Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Margaret M. Generali Elementary School?
81.1% of students at Margaret M. Generali Elementary 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
- 454
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 4
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.4%
- Phone
- (203) 574-8174
Resources & Links
District
Waterbury School District- District Enrollment
- 18,956
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,973
- District Rank
- #28 of 29
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