B. W. Tinker School vs Duggan School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 887 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
B. W. Tinker School
Waterbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
578 students
Duggan School
Waterbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
429 students
| Measure | B. W. Tinker School Waterbury, Connecticut | Duggan School Waterbury, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #535 of 596 | #493 of 596 |
| National rank | #42406 of 50,301 | #36030 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 578 | 429 |
| Enrollment | 578 | 429 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.7% | 88.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.1 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 29% |
| city | Waterbury | Waterbury |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Duggan School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.8 vs 23.8).
- •Duggan School does better on math proficiency (29% vs 24%).
- •Duggan School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •B. W. Tinker School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.7% vs 88.6%).
- •Duggan School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 16.1).
- •B. W. Tinker School is the larger school with 578 students compared with 429.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is B. W. Tinker School better than Duggan School?
On the Success Index (US), Duggan School ranks higher (33.8 vs 23.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are B. W. Tinker School and Duggan School?
About 887 m in a straight line, between Waterbury and Waterbury in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
B. W. Tinker School: 578. Duggan School: 429. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do B. W. Tinker School and Duggan School rank in Connecticut?
B. W. Tinker School is 535th of 596 and Duggan School is 493rd of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).