What grades does Waterbury Career Academy serve?

Waterbury Career Academy is a High school serving students in Waterbury, CT. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is Waterbury Career Academy located?

Waterbury Career Academy is located at Waterbury, CT in a urban area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Waterbury Career Academy?

Waterbury Career Academy has a student-teacher ratio of 13.2:1.

What schools are in Waterbury, CT?

Waterbury, CT is served by the local school district. Waterbury Career Academy is one of the High schools in the area.

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

755

Student:Teacher

13.2:1

Locale

Urban

District

Waterbury School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

79.7%

Phone

(203)574-8000

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

45-49%

Math Proficiency

15-19%

Graduation Rate

>=95%

Chronic Absenteeism

11.4%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

6 courses offered

108 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

218 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

360 test takers

Athletics

13 sports, 19 teams

333 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.7:1

Worse than average in CT

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

779

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

98% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.5

Social Workers

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$21,973

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$11,527

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$24,722

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 16%State 59%Local 25%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$656,749

+4.9% 1yr+43.0% 5yr

Bridgeport, CT metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

16.8%

Below 150% poverty line

6.5%

Unemployment rate

4.6%

Uninsured residents

9.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

4,139

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

3,769

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,483 (39%)

Other Health Impairment

617 (16%)

Autism

580 (15%)

Speech/Language Impairment

472 (13%)

Emotional Disturbance

203 (5%)

Intellectual Disability

136 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

709

Current enrollment

Declining(-12% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about Waterbury Career Academy

Waterbury Career Academy currently enrolls 755 students across High grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in CT.

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