Best Schools in Danbury, North Carolina
2 schools · 1 High · 1 Other
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North Stokes High School
High · Stokes County Schools. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
2
1 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$159,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
1 public · 1 private
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$159,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Danbury
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 rated schools; 2 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | North Stokes High School | 7.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.6/10
- Median household income
- $54,920
- Median home value
- $159,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Danbury compares
Median household income
$55k
81% of North Carolina median
Stokes County Schools runs Danbury's public schools
1 public school. Stokes County Schools is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Danbury is a Stokes County Schools school (1 of 1).
About Schools in Danbury, North Carolina
Danbury, North Carolina is home to 2 schools, including 1 public school and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.6 out of 10, schools in Danbury perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Danbury is North Stokes High School with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Danbury is served by 1 school district: Stokes County Schools. These districts collectively serve 5,585 students.
Danbury's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $54,920. The poverty rate in the area is 13.8%.
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.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 287 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 students · 1st–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Danbury
Danbury, North Carolina · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$54,920
Median Home Value
$159,600
Population
1,858
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
87%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Community Profile
Danbury has a median household income of $54,920. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $159,600. The area has a poverty rate of 13.8%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- North Carolina
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Danbury, North Carolina
How many schools are in Danbury, North Carolina?
Danbury has 2 schools, including 1 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Danbury, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Danbury is 7.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Danbury, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Danbury on MySchoolScout is North Stokes High School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Danbury, North Carolina?
The top-ranked high school in Danbury on MySchoolScout is North Stokes High School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Danbury, North Carolina?
Danbury is served by 1 school district: Stokes County Schools.
What is the education level in Danbury, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 10% of adults in Danbury have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Danbury, North Carolina?
The median household income in Danbury is approximately $54,920 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Danbury, North Carolina?
Yes, Danbury has 1 private school alongside 1 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Danbury, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Danbury is 9.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Danbury, North Carolina?
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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, North Carolina Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.