Reed School vs Walsh School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 874 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Reed School
Waterbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
439 students
Walsh School
Waterbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
350 students
| Measure | Reed School Waterbury, Connecticut | Walsh School Waterbury, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #542 of 596 | #560 of 596 |
| National rank | #43174 of 50,301 | #45062 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 439 | 350 |
| Enrollment | 439 | 350 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.3% | 86.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 18% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 14% |
| city | Waterbury | Waterbury |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Reed School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.7 vs 19.7).
- •Reed School does better on math proficiency (25% vs 14%).
- •Reed School does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 18%).
- •Walsh School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.6% vs 89.3%).
- •Walsh School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 15.1).
- •Reed School is the larger school with 439 students compared with 350.
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 Reed School better than Walsh School?
On the Success Index (US), Reed School ranks higher (22.7 vs 19.7 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 Reed School and Walsh School?
About 874 m in a straight line, between Waterbury and Waterbury in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Reed School: 439. Walsh School: 350. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Reed School and Walsh School rank in Connecticut?
Reed School is 542nd of 596 and Walsh School is 560th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).