Needs Improvement
#937 of 990 schools in CT
Sprague School
Elementary School · Waterbury School District
1443 Thomaston Ave., Waterbury, CT 06704
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
395
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
3.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#937 of 990
In Waterbury
#24 of 32
public schools
In district
#21 of 29
Waterbury School District
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Sprague School
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About Sprague School
Sprague School is a public elementary school in Waterbury, CT, part of Waterbury School District. Sprague School serves approximately 395 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sprague School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #937 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Sprague School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Sprague 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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Sprague School — Students at Sprague School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.6%
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: 3.9/10.
How Sprague School Compares
See how Sprague School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1443 Thomaston Ave., Waterbury, CT 06704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sprague School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Polk School (rated 7.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Oakville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carrington School (rated 6.3/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Regan School (rated 5.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waterbury, see our Waterbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| F. J. Kingsbury School Waterbury | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| W. F. Kaynor Technical High School Waterbury | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Brass City Charter School Waterbury | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Bunker Hill School Waterbury | 1.4 mi | 2.7 |
| Driggs School Waterbury | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| BAIS YAAKOV OF WATERBURY HIGH SCHOOL Waterbury | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Regan School Waterbury | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| YESHIVA K'TANA OF WATERBURY Waterbury | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Bucks Hill School Waterbury | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| North End Middle School Waterbury | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Wilby High School Waterbury | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| ALPHA & OMEGA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waterbury | 2.0 mi | — |
| Reed School Waterbury | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| CATHOLIC STREAM ACADEMY OF WATERBURY Waterbury | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| ST MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL Oakville | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Waterbury Arts Magnet School Waterbury | 2.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Walsh School Waterbury | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Carrington School Waterbury | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Maloney Interdistrict Magnet School Waterbury | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Polk School Oakville | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,848
Median Home Value
$178,500
Median Rent
$1,202/mo
Population
30,666
College Educated
13.7%
Homeownership
43%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
27.6%
Median Age
35.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brass City Charter School Waterbury, CT | 3.4 |
| Reggio Magnet School of the Arts Avon, CT | 3.4 |
| Vance Elementary School New Britain, CT | 3.4 |
| Augusta Lewis Troup School New Haven, CT | 3.5 |
| Barnard Environmental Magnet School New Haven, CT | 3.3 |
| Global Communications Academy Hartford, CT | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sprague School
What grades does Sprague School serve?
Sprague School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sprague School?
Sprague School has an enrollment of approximately 395 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sprague School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sprague School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sprague School rank in CT?
Sprague School ranks #937 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Sprague School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sprague School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Sprague School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sprague School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sprague School a charter school?
No, Sprague School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sprague School a Title I school?
No, Sprague School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sprague School?
90.6% of students at Sprague 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
- 395
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 4
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.2%
- Phone
- (203) 574-8189
Resources & Links
District
Waterbury School District- District Enrollment
- 18,956
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,973
- District Rank
- #21 of 29
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