Walsh School vs Washington School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Walsh School
Waterbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
350 students
Washington School
Waterbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
284 students
| Measure | Walsh School Waterbury, Connecticut | Washington School Waterbury, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #560 of 596 | #525 of 596 |
| National rank | #45062 of 50,301 | #40739 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 350 | 284 |
| Enrollment | 350 | 284 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.6% | 80.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 17% |
| city | Waterbury | Waterbury |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.5 vs 19.7).
- •Washington School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 14%).
- •Washington School does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 18%).
- •Washington School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.3% vs 86.6%).
- •Washington School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 12.5).
- •Walsh School is the larger school with 350 students compared with 284.
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 Walsh School better than Washington School?
On the Success Index (US), Washington School ranks higher (26.5 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 Walsh School and Washington School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Waterbury and Waterbury in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Walsh School: 350. Washington School: 284. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Walsh School and Washington School rank in Connecticut?
Walsh School is 560th of 596 and Washington School is 525th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).