F. J. Kingsbury School vs Reed School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
F. J. Kingsbury School
Waterbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
416 students
Reed School
Waterbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
439 students
| Measure | F. J. Kingsbury School Waterbury, Connecticut | Reed School Waterbury, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #539 of 596 | #542 of 596 |
| National rank | #42825 of 50,301 | #43174 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 416 | 439 |
| Enrollment | 416 | 439 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.2% | 89.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 25% |
| city | Waterbury | Waterbury |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.2 vs 22.7).
- •F. J. Kingsbury School does better on math proficiency (29% vs 25%).
- •Reed School does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 31%).
- •F. J. Kingsbury School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.2% vs 89.3%).
- •Reed School does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 16.0).
- •Reed School is the larger school with 439 students compared with 416.
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 F. J. Kingsbury School better than Reed School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are F. J. Kingsbury School and Reed School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Waterbury and Waterbury in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
F. J. Kingsbury School: 416. Reed School: 439. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do F. J. Kingsbury School and Reed School rank in Connecticut?
F. J. Kingsbury School is 539th of 596 and Reed School is 542nd of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).