H. S. Chase School vs Wendell L. Cross School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
H. S. Chase School
Waterbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
543 students
Wendell L. Cross School
Waterbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
606 students
| Measure | H. S. Chase School Waterbury, Connecticut | Wendell L. Cross School Waterbury, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #469 of 596 | #448 of 596 |
| National rank | #31452 of 50,301 | #28967 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 543 | 606 |
| Enrollment | 543 | 606 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.4% | 71.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 42% |
| city | Waterbury | Waterbury |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wendell L. Cross School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.5 vs 40.7).
- •Wendell L. Cross School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 38%).
- •Wendell L. Cross School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 39%).
- •Wendell L. Cross School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.8% vs 76.4%).
- •H. S. Chase School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 13.8).
- •Wendell L. Cross School is the larger school with 606 students compared with 543.
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 H. S. Chase School better than Wendell L. Cross School?
On the Success Index (US), Wendell L. Cross School ranks higher (44.5 vs 40.7 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 H. S. Chase School and Wendell L. Cross School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Waterbury and Waterbury in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
H. S. Chase School: 543. Wendell L. Cross School: 606. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do H. S. Chase School and Wendell L. Cross School rank in Connecticut?
H. S. Chase School is 469th of 596 and Wendell L. Cross School is 448th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).