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#578 of 990 schools in CT
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The Friendship School
Elementary School · Learn
24 Rope Ferry Rd., Waterford, CT 06385
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on CT statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#578 of 990
In Waterford
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
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The Friendship School
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About The Friendship School
The Friendship School is a public elementary school in Waterford, CT, part of Learn. The Friendship School serves approximately 459 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. The Friendship School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #578 of 990 schools in CT.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- CT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
Partial Profile · 2/3 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How The Friendship School Compares
See how The Friendship School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
24 Rope Ferry Rd., Waterford, CT 06385
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Friendship School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Great Neck Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Winthrop STEM Elementary Magnet School (rated 8.8/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby New London), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oswegatchie Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waterford, see our Waterford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06385 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$110,375
Median Home Value
$334,900
Median Rent
$1,593/mo
Population
15,900
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
79.7%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
46.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ashford School Ashford, CT | 5.9 |
| Frank A. Berry School Bethel, CT | 5.9 |
| Hop Brook Elementary School Naugatuck, CT | 5.9 |
| Joseph O. Goodwin School East Hartford, CT | 5.9 |
| Newfield School Stamford, CT | 5.9 |
| South Street School Danbury, CT | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Friendship School
What grades does The Friendship School serve?
The Friendship School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend The Friendship School?
The Friendship School has an enrollment of approximately 459 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Friendship School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Friendship School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does The Friendship School rank in CT?
The Friendship School ranks #578 of 990 schools in CT.
What is The Friendship School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Friendship School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Friendship School a charter school?
No, The Friendship School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is The Friendship School a Title I school?
No, The Friendship School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for The Friendship School?
61.7% of students at The Friendship 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 – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 459
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 8
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.7%
- Phone
- (860) 447-4049
Resources & Links
District
Learn- District Enrollment
- 1,396
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,966
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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