Needs Improvement
#946 of 990 schools in CT
West Side Middle School
Middle School · Waterbury School District
483 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT 06708
Enrollment
799
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
3.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
799
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
3.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#946 of 990
In Waterbury
#25 of 32
public schools
In district
#22 of 29
Waterbury School District
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West Side Middle School
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About West Side Middle School
West Side Middle School is a public middle school in Waterbury, CT, part of Waterbury School District. West Side Middle School serves approximately 799 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. West Side Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #946 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for West Side Middle School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.1
- CT avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, West Side Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
38% of students at West Side Middle 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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West Side Middle School — Students at West Side Middle School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.4%
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: 3.0/10.
How West Side Middle School Compares
See how West Side Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
483 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT 06708
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Side Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Memorial Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Middlebury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ACES at Chase (rated 4.2/10, 0.2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| ACES at Chase Waterbury | 0.2 mi | 4.2 |
| John F. Kennedy High School Waterbury | 0.3 mi | 3.6 |
| CATHOLIC STREAM ACADEMY OF WATERBURY Waterbury | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL Waterbury | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| B. W. Tinker School Waterbury | 0.9 mi | 2.4 |
| Duggan School Waterbury | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Bunker Hill School Waterbury | 1.6 mi | 2.7 |
| Brass City Charter School Waterbury | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Maloney Interdistrict Magnet School Waterbury | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Waterbury Arts Magnet School Waterbury | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| ALPHA & OMEGA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waterbury | 1.5 mi | — |
| YESHIVA K'TANA OF WATERBURY Waterbury | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Driggs School Waterbury | 1.7 mi | 4.2 |
| BAIS YAAKOV OF WATERBURY HIGH SCHOOL Waterbury | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Washington School Waterbury | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| Memorial Middle School Middlebury | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| W. F. Kaynor Technical High School Waterbury | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Hopeville School Waterbury | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| F. J. Kingsbury School Waterbury | 2.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Walsh School Waterbury | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06708 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,705
Median Home Value
$196,700
Median Rent
$1,275/mo
Population
29,103
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
54.9%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| David Wooster Middle School Stratford, CT | 3.3 |
| Ledyard Middle School Gales Ferry, CT | 3.2 |
| Academy of Computer Science and and Engineering Middle Schoo East Hartford, CT | 3.4 |
| Rogers Park Middle School Danbury, CT | 2.9 |
| Cloonan School Stamford, CT | 3.7 |
| Rippowam Middle School Stamford, CT | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Side Middle School
What grades does West Side Middle School serve?
West Side Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend West Side Middle School?
West Side Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 799 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Side Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at West Side Middle School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Side Middle School rank in CT?
West Side Middle School ranks #946 of 990 schools in CT.
What is West Side Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
West Side Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 West Side Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Side Middle School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is West Side Middle School a charter school?
No, West Side Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Side Middle School a Title I school?
No, West Side Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Side Middle School?
84.4% of students at West Side Middle 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 799
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 82
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 4
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.4%
- Phone
- (203) 574-8120
Resources & Links
District
Waterbury School District- District Enrollment
- 18,956
- Schools in District
- 29
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,973
- District Rank
- #22 of 29
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