Serving 543 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, H. S. Chase School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
H. S. Chase School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
H. S. Chase School's student population of 543 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
543 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Motto
To cultivate a community of lifelong learners.
School Rankings
H. S. Chase School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of H. S. Chase School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#754 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
56%
32%
Black
22%
12%
White
11%
46%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is H. S. Chase School's ranking?
H. S. Chase School is ranked #754 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend H. S. Chase School?
543 students attend H. S. Chase School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of H. S. Chase School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of H. S. Chase School?
H. S. Chase School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does H. S. Chase School offer ?
H. S. Chase School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is H. S. Chase School part of?
H. S. Chase School is part of Waterbury School District.
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