W.F. Kaynor Technical High School

W.F. Kaynor Technical High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
43 Tompkins St,  Waterbury, CT
Connecticut Technical High School
3.7
3.8
785 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr David Telesca
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Average SAT Score
1060
Math Proficiency
17%
Reading Proficiency
37%
Average GPA
3.48
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
C+
Teachers
B
College Prep
B-
Administration
A-
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.48
Reading Proficiency
37%
Math Proficiency
17%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
70
Full Time Teachers
70
Teachers in First or Second Year
1.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1060
Math
520
Verbal
540
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
200:1

Student Diversity

Male
54.9%
Female
44.1%
Hispanic
47.7%
White
29.3%
Black
14.2%
Two or more races
4.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.9%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Connecticut 169 Students
Southern Connecticut State University 133 Students
Central Connecticut State University 102 Students
University of New Haven 101 Students
Connecticut State Community College - Naugatuck Valley 93 Students
Quinnipiac University 92 Students
University of Hartford 67 Students
Western Connecticut State University 53 Students
Boston University 49 Students
University of Bridgeport 41 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 60 Students
Psychology 51 Students
Business 50 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 33 Students
Computer Science 31 Students
Biology 20 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 19 Students
Culinary Arts and Food Service 17 Students
Mechanical Engineering 16 Students
Criminology 15 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 217 Reviews
5.0 Senior
3/30/2025
After spending 4 years at the school, graduating in a couple months my experience honestly wasnt bad at all. The kids that go there aren't all that bad. The school is tight on rules and safety so there's not a lot to worry about. The resources there and the teachers are helpful. It being a tech school and being shops help kids get into the work force with an extra step and also helps kids a lot with college readiness.
5.0 Senior
4/22/2024
I came to this school my junior year of high school and they made me transition so easy. They made sure I always had something there for me and made me feel at home.
4.0 Junior
12/29/2023
My experience at Kaynor Tech has been engaging and unique. Prior to being in high school, I was used to the same kids and education being that it was all my town had to offer. I am now able to experience the diversity my school has to offer, combined with its students and opportunities. At Kaynor I am able to complete both academic education as well as trade, which I have loved. Though I believe my school has some revisions to make in their policies and beliefs, I wouldn't trade my three years here for anything.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 5 Reviews
3.0 parent
1/10/2020
I’m actually a current parent to a 9th grade student, I am highly disappointed with how the system works for selecting shops, my daughter works very hard to maintain high grades, she previously made her selection of her top shops and didn’t get in on any!!!! They chose 2 main and 3 as an alternative...
2.0 student
8/12/2017
Horrible experience. Between the AR and ALEKS programs, a primarily electronic based learning system(You might as well be home schooled), students' issues(Ex. The Flag Incident), and the lack of concern regarding these issues from the staff, it makes graduating a struggle for even the smartest of st...
5.0 parent
3/11/2014
I have to 2 sons that have attended Kaynor, one is a graduate and is currently in UCONN and one is a senior, who will also be attending UCONN in the fall. I have nothing but good things to say about this school, it has done so much for my boys, it has shown them discipline and a desire to continue t...
parent
4/28/2010
i love the school my son is having a great time at kaynor

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W.F. Kaynor Technical High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Waterbury, CT and is served by the Connecticut Technical High School in Connecticut. The school has a total enrollment of 785 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Academic records show that 17% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 37% are proficient in reading. W.F. Kaynor Technical High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.48, the graduation rate is 95%, and the average SAT score is 1060. The average home value in this area is $314,084. Discover additional schools in the area, like Regions Staff Secure Waterbury, Enlightenment School, John F. Kennedy High School, and more. Learn more about what Waterbury has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near W.F. Kaynor Technical High School.

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