WATERBURY ARTS MAGNET SCHOOL (HIGH)

Waterbury Arts Magnet School (High) is a Title I public high school that is part of the Waterbury School District school district, located in Waterbury, CT with about 466 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 41 teachers, Waterbury Arts Magnet School (High) has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Waterbury Arts Magnet School (WAMS) is a unique public secondary school located in downtown Waterbury, Connecticut, that integrates a rigorous college-preparatory academic curriculum with an intensive focus on the performing and visual arts. As a magnet school, it attracts students from across the region who are interested in pursuing specialized training in areas such as dance, theater, music, visual arts, and digital media. The school’s environment is designed to foster both artistic discipline and academic excellence, encouraging students to apply creative problem-solving skills to their core subjects while preparing them for higher education and professional careers in the creative industries.

The school is well-regarded for its state-of-the-art facilities, which include professional-grade performance spaces, studios, and labs that mirror a conservatory-like setting. By partnering with local cultural institutions and maintaining a faculty comprised of both experienced educators and working artists, WAMS provides a holistic educational experience. Beyond the classroom, the school serves as a cultural hub for the city, frequently hosting public performances and exhibitions that highlight the talents of its student body, thereby bridging the gap between the school community and the wider Waterbury public.

For more information, contact Waterbury Arts Magnet School (High) at (203) 573-6300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.