Serving 509 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Waddell School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waddell School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
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Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Waddell School's student population of 509 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
'Every Child, Every Day'
School Rankings
Waddell School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waddell School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#641 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
20%
5%
Hispanic
35%
31%
Black
24%
12%
White
16%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waddell School's ranking?
Waddell School is ranked #641 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Waddell School often compared to?
Waddell Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Odyssey Community School, Bowers School, Braeburn School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Waddell School?
509 students attend Waddell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Waddell School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 20% of students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Waddell School?
Waddell School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Waddell School offer ?
Waddell School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waddell School part of?
Waddell School is part of Manchester School District.
In what neighborhood is Waddell School located?
Waddell School is located in the Central Manchester neighborhood of Manchester, CT. There are 5 other public schools located in Central Manchester.
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