Regional School District 16

District Overview
Headquartered at 30 Coer Road in Prospect, Connecticut, Regional School District 16 is an active, traditional public school system serving families within a midsize suburban setting in the greater Waterbury-Shelton metropolitan region. District operations encompass four public schools that deliver a seamless educational continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Designed to provide a cohesive learning experience across all developmental stages, this fully operational school district serves as a central educational pillar for the local community, offering accessible academic programs and vibrant student opportunities.

Based on the 2024–2025 National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) dataset, the district educates a student body of 1,898 learners. Supporting this population is a substantial workforce of professionals, including approximately 338 full-time equivalent teachers and nearly 70 instructional aides who offer targeted classroom assistance. The district's overall operations are further reinforced by a dedicated support staff of roughly 490 full-time equivalent team members, bringing total district personnel to nearly 900 employees. This robust staffing infrastructure highlights Regional School District 16's commitment to delivering strong instructional support, operational excellence, and a well-resourced learning environment for every student.
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Total Schools
1,898
Total Students
338.4
Full-Time Teachers
5.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Regional School District 16
Demographic Student Count
White1,495
Hispanic231
Black79
Asian32
Two or More60
American Indian1
  • White
    1,495 (78.8%)
  • Hispanic
    231 (12.2%)
  • Black
    79 (4.2%)
  • Two or More
    60 (3.2%)
  • Asian
    32 (1.7%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Regional School District 16
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary2
Middle1
High1
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:4
Students:1,898*
Teachers (FTE):338.4*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.6
Schools in Regional School District 16
Found 4 Schools