WENDELL L. CROSS SCHOOL

Wendell L. Cross School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Waterbury School District school district, located in Waterbury, CT with about 347 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, Wendell L. Cross School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Wendell L. Cross School, located at 1255 Hamilton Avenue in Waterbury, Connecticut, serves as a public elementary school within the Waterbury Public Schools district. It is widely recognized in the local community for its focus on providing a structured academic environment for students in grades Pre-K through 8. The school places a strong emphasis on core subjects while fostering a supportive community atmosphere aimed at preparing students for the transition to high school.

The school is notably identified as a "Magnet" school within the district, which often means it incorporates specialized programming or an enriched curriculum to attract students from a broader geographic area beyond its immediate neighborhood. As a focal point for the Hamilton Avenue community, Wendell L. Cross is committed to academic achievement, character development, and maintaining active partnerships with families to ensure a well-rounded educational experience for its diverse student body.

For more information, contact Wendell L. Cross School at (203) 574-8171 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.