Serving 416 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, F. J. Kingsbury 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 15% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
F. J. Kingsbury School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
F. J. Kingsbury School's student population of 416 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
416 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1906
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Rankings
F. J. Kingsbury 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 F. J. Kingsbury School is 0.57, 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
#815 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
59%
32%
Black
28%
12%
White
4%
46%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
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 F. J. Kingsbury School's ranking?
F. J. Kingsbury School is ranked #815 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend F. J. Kingsbury School?
416 students attend F. J. Kingsbury School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of F. J. Kingsbury School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of F. J. Kingsbury School?
F. J. Kingsbury School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does F. J. Kingsbury School offer ?
F. J. Kingsbury School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is F. J. Kingsbury School part of?
F. J. Kingsbury School is part of Waterbury School District.
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