These are some of the top-rated public schools in Waterbury School District based on a variety of measures. Find out more about ӣƵ ratings.
RATINGS
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Waterbury School District at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
ACADEMICS
Academic Summary
Is this district offering opportunity for all its students, or leaving some kids behind? Successful districts are working to close the achievement gap.
ACADEMICS
Rigorous courses can help students prepare for and get into college, including coursework in STEM subjects. Find out more.
Parent Tip
Many successful high school students end up in remedial math courses in college. Is your student prepared for college-level math? Ask this district how they ensure students are well-prepared.
STUDENT LIFE
Student Demographics
Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
STUDENT LIFE
Teachers & Staff
Parents often value small class sizes, but the truth is more complicated.
STUDENT LIFE
District Calendar
STUDENT LIFE
District Finances
How a school district allocates funds can reflect its priorities. Learn more about how these decisions are made.
Parent Tip
District decisions about how to spend money impact your child’s schooling. Here’s how parents can have an influence.
STUDENT LIFE
Reviews From Schools in Waterbury School District
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Parent / Guardian
August 14, 2025
Wendell L. Cross is one of the best elementary schools in Waterbury. The grades go from Pre-K to 8th. I feel confident that both my first grader and my 8th-grade teenager attend a school that... More
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Wendell L. Cross School
Parent / Guardian
August 13, 2025
Mi niña estudia , aquí y ha desarrollado increíble su maestra la ayudó mucho y eso que tenía la barrera del idioma , gracias a Dios lo está aprendiendo muy bien y fue meritorio en su clase , claro... More
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Regan School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
July 25, 2025
I graduated from here in 2018. From my memory, the teachers and administrative staff had absolutely zero idea how to handle neurodiverse students. That is a problem seeing as I am autistic. I honestly... More
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Maloney Interdistrict Magnet School