For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 820 students in 06706, CT.
The top-ranked public high school in 06706, CT is Waterbury Arts Magnet School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 06706 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Connecticut public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 06706, CT have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 06706 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Connecticut average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Waterbury Arts Magnet School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Connecticut or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public high school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06706, CT Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waterbury Arts Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16 South Elm St.
Waterbury, CT 06706
(203) 573-6300
Waterbury, CT 06706
(203) 573-6300
Gr: 6-12 | 820 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 06706, CT?
The top-ranked public high schools in 06706, CT include Waterbury Arts Magnet School.
How many public high schools are located in 06706?
1 public high schools are located in 06706.
What is the racial composition of students in 06706?
06706 public high schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public high schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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