B. W. Tinker School

578 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
B.W. Tinker School, located at 809 Highland Avenue in Waterbury, Connecticut, is a public elementary school serving students in the Waterbury Public Schools district. Situated in the city's West End, the school functions as a foundational institution for the local community, emphasizing core academic instruction, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of essential skills for early learners. It serves a diverse student population, reflecting the broader demographics of the Waterbury area, and works to provide an inclusive environment for children across varying backgrounds and learning needs.

The school is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive learning community, utilizing state-mandated curriculum standards to prepare students for middle school transitions. Beyond academics, B.W. Tinker often engages in district-wide initiatives aimed at improving literacy, numeracy, and student engagement. By maintaining a focus on consistent educational support and community involvement, the school serves as a central hub for neighborhood families, striving to bridge the gap between home and classroom to ensure the academic success and personal growth of its student body.
578
Total Students
36.3
Full-Time Teachers
15.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
74.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for B. W. Tinker School
Demographic Student Count
White73
Hispanic368
Black98
Asian10
Two or More28
American Indian1
  • Hispanic
    368 (63.7%)
  • Black
    98 (17.0%)
  • White
    73 (12.6%)
  • Two or More
    28 (4.8%)
  • Asian
    10 (1.7%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Waterbury School District
Phone: (203)574-8186
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 578
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 36.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 432
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 3
Kindergarten 75
Grade 1 94
Grade 2 98
Grade 3 99
Grade 4 107
Grade 5 102

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for B. W. Tinker School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten3
Kindergarten75
Grade 194
Grade 298
Grade 399
Grade 4107
Grade 5102
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for B. W. Tinker School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female27547.6%
Male30352.4%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)