Crosby High School vs Rotella Interdistrict Magnet School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 449 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Crosby High School
Waterbury · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,453 students
Rotella Interdistrict Magnet School
Waterbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
614 students
| Measure | Crosby High School Waterbury, Connecticut | Rotella Interdistrict Magnet School Waterbury, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #178 of 180 | #350 of 596 |
| National rank | #16401 of 16,910 | #19010 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,453 | 614 |
| Enrollment | 1,453 | 614 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83% | 63.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 54% |
| city | Waterbury | Waterbury |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rotella Interdistrict Magnet School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.8 vs 12.4).
- •Rotella Interdistrict Magnet School does better on math proficiency (54% vs 5%).
- •Rotella Interdistrict Magnet School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 19%).
- •Rotella Interdistrict Magnet School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.8% vs 83%).
- •Rotella Interdistrict Magnet School does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 17.1).
- •Crosby High School is the larger school with 1,453 students compared with 614.
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 Crosby High School better than Rotella Interdistrict Magnet School?
On the Success Index (US), Rotella Interdistrict Magnet School ranks higher (58.8 vs 12.4 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 Crosby High School and Rotella Interdistrict Magnet School?
About 449 m in a straight line, between Waterbury and Waterbury in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Crosby High School: 1,453. Rotella Interdistrict Magnet School: 614. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Crosby High School and Rotella Interdistrict Magnet School rank in Connecticut?
Crosby High School is 178th of 180 and Rotella Interdistrict Magnet School is 350th of 596 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).