DUGGAN SCHOOL

Duggan School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Waterbury School District school district, located in Waterbury, CT with about 510 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 36 teachers, Duggan School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Duggan School, located on Bank Street in Waterbury, Connecticut, serves as a PK-8 public school within the Waterbury Public Schools district. It is a community-focused institution that emphasizes academic growth and social-emotional development for students in their formative years. The school’s curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive foundation in core subjects, supported by various initiatives aimed at closing achievement gaps and fostering an inclusive environment for a diverse student population.

Beyond its academic offerings, Duggan School plays an active role in the surrounding neighborhood, often serving as a hub for student engagement and family support. The school typically focuses on preparing students for the transition to high school by integrating technology into the classroom and promoting character education. As part of a large urban district, Duggan works to balance standardized testing requirements with personalized learning approaches to meet the specific needs of its learners.

For more information, contact Duggan School at (203) 574-8875 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.