4.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Danbury, Connecticut

27 schools · 19 Elementary · 3 Middle · 4 High · 1 Other

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 20

Private: 7

Districts: 2

Avg Rating: 4.7/10

Estimated Scores: 33%

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 4.7/10
Median household income: $80,627
Median home value: $300,033
Bachelor's degree or higher: 27%
Avg commute: 28 min
Owner-occupied homes: 61%

How Danbury compares

Connecticut rank

#127 of 130

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.6

below Connecticut avg (6.3)

Median household income

$81k

73% of Connecticut median

Schools in this city

27

About Schools in Danbury, Connecticut

Danbury, Connecticut is home to 27 schools, including 20 public schools and 7 private schools. The city's schools span 19 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 4 high schools.

With an average rating of 4.7 out of 10, schools in Danbury show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Danbury is Hudson Country Montessori School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Danbury is served by 2 school districts: Connecticut Technical Education and Career System, Danbury School District. These districts collectively serve 23,320 students.

Danbury's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $80,627. The poverty rate in the area is 12.4%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (27) Elementary (19) Middle (3) High (4)

Filter by Type: All Types (27) Public (20) Private (7)

Filter by Rating: All Ratings (27) Academics (27) Growth (18) Resources (20)

Filter by ZIP: 06810 (13) 06811 (12) 68107 (2)

Elementary Schools

19 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	King Street Primary School 404 students · Kindergarten–3rd	404	Kindergarten–3rd	7.0
2	South Street School 377 students · Kindergarten–5th	377	Kindergarten–5th	6.0
3	Great Plain School 264 students · Kindergarten–5th	264	Kindergarten–5th	5.0
4	Western CT Academy of International Studies Elementary Magne 357 students · Kindergarten–5th	357	Kindergarten–5th	4.6
5	Stadley Rough School 520 students · Kindergarten–5th	520	Kindergarten–5th	4.5
6	Morris Street School 362 students · Kindergarten–5th	362	Kindergarten–5th	4.2
7	DPS Early Childhood Center 56 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	56	Pre-K–Kindergarten	4.0
8	Mill Ridge Primary School 341 students · Kindergarten–3rd	341	Kindergarten–3rd	3.8
9	Hayestown Avenue School 447 students · Kindergarten–5th	447	Kindergarten–5th	3.6
10	Shelter Rock School 550 students · Kindergarten–5th	550	Kindergarten–5th	3.4
11	Park Avenue School 599 students · Kindergarten–5th	599	Kindergarten–5th	3.3
12	Pembroke School 380 students · Kindergarten–5th	380	Kindergarten–5th	3.0
13	King Street Intermediate School 353 students · 4th–5th	353	4th–5th	3.0
14	Ellsworth Avenue School 507 students · Pre-K–5th	507	Pre-K–5th	2.5
Private Schools 5 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Private 116 students · Pre-K–8th	116	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
2	IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Private 66 students · Pre-K–8th	66	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
3	ST PETER SCHOOL Private 177 students · Pre-K–8th	177	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
4	ST GREGORY THE GREAT SCHOOL Private 220 students · Pre-K–8th	220	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated
5	ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Private 223 students · Pre-K–8th	223	Pre-K–8th	Not Rated

Middle Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Rogers Park Middle School 878 students · 6th–8th	878	6th–8th	4.5
2	Westside Middle School Academy 745 students · 6th–8th	745	6th–8th	4.2
3	Broadview Middle School 1,098 students · 6th–8th	1,098	6th–8th	3.5

High Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Henry Abbott Technical High School 692 students · 9th–12th	692	9th–12th	5.3
2	Danbury High School 3,603 students · 9th–12th	3,603	9th–12th	4.3
Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	WOOSTER SCHOOL Private 322 students · 5th–12th	322	5th–12th	Not Rated
2	IMMACULATE HIGH SCHOOL Private 389 students · 9th–12th	389	9th–12th	Not Rated

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	DPS Early Childhood Center at Granville 167 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	167	Pre-K–Pre-K	4.6

Schools in Danbury

Danbury, Connecticut · 27 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 3 ZIP codes

Median Income

$80,627

Median Home Value

$300,033

Median Rent

$1,528/mo

Population

116,698

College Educated

27%

Homeownership

61%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

12.4%

Community Profile

Danbury has a median household income of $80,627. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $300,033, with a median rent of $1,528/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.4%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Connecticut
Total Schools: 27
Elementary: 19
Middle: 3
High: 4
Districts: 2
Avg Rating: 4.7/10

Resources

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School Districts (2)

Connecticut Technical Education and Career System

17 schools · 11,194 students

Danbury School District

19 schools · 12,126 students

Nearby Cities

Bethel (6 schools)

4 mi

New Fairfield (4 schools)

5 mi

Brookfield (5 schools)

5 mi

Ridgefield (11 schools)

Bridgewater (1 school)

10 mi

New Milford (5 schools)

12 mi

Sherman (1 school)

12 mi

Sandy Hook (2 schools)

Other Major Cities in Connecticut

Top metros statewide by school count.

New Haven 53 schools Hartford 53 schools Bridgeport 52 schools Waterbury 39 schools Stamford 37 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Danbury, Connecticut

How many schools are in Danbury, Connecticut?

Danbury has 27 schools, including 20 public and 7 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Danbury, Connecticut?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Danbury is 4.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Danbury, Connecticut?

The top-ranked school in Danbury on MySchoolScout is Hudson Country Montessori School with a composite score of 8.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Danbury, Connecticut?

The top-ranked elementary school in Danbury on MySchoolScout is Hudson Country Montessori School with a composite score of 8.1/10.

What is the best middle school in Danbury, Connecticut?

The top-ranked middle school in Danbury on MySchoolScout is Rogers Park Middle School with a composite score of 4.5/10.

What is the best high school in Danbury, Connecticut?

The top-ranked high school in Danbury on MySchoolScout is Wooster School with a composite score of 6.0/10.

How many school districts serve Danbury, Connecticut?

Danbury is served by 2 school districts: Connecticut Technical Education and Career System, Danbury School District.

What is the education level in Danbury, Connecticut?

According to Census data, 27% of adults in Danbury have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Danbury, Connecticut?

The median household income in Danbury is approximately $80,627 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Danbury, Connecticut?

Yes, Danbury has 7 private schools alongside 20 public schools. The top-rated private school is Hudson Country Montessori School with a score of 8.1/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Danbury, Connecticut?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Danbury is 13.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Danbury, Connecticut?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.