4.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Danbury, North Carolina

1 schools · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 4.9/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 4.9/10
Median household income: $54,920
Median home value: $159,600
Bachelor's degree or higher: 10%
Avg commute: 29 min
Owner-occupied homes: 87%

How Danbury compares

Median household income

$55k

81% of North Carolina median

About Schools in Danbury, North Carolina

Danbury, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.

With an average rating of 4.9 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 North Stokes High School with a composite score of 4.9/10, 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.

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High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	North Stokes High School 287 students · 9th–12th	287	9th–12th	4.9

Schools in Danbury

Danbury, North Carolina · 1 school

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.

Quick Facts

State: North Carolina
Total Schools: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 4.9/10

Resources

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School District

Stokes County Schools

19 schools · 5,585 students

Nearby Cities

Lawsonville (2 schools)

Walnut Cove (5 schools)

11 mi

Sandy Ridge (1 school)

10 mi

King (7 schools)

13 mi

Pilot Mountain (4 schools)

12 mi

Rural Hall (1 school)

Tobaccoville (1 school)

19 mi

Madison (3 schools)

18 mi

Pfafftown (2 schools)

22 mi

Walkertown (4 schools)

22 mi

Mayodan (1 school)

19 mi

Other Major Cities in North Carolina

Top metros statewide by school count.

Charlotte 225 schools Raleigh 138 schools Greensboro 95 schools Durham 94 schools Fayetteville 85 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, North Carolina

How many schools are in Danbury, North Carolina?

Danbury has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 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 4.9 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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 4.9/10.

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 4.9/10.

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.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Danbury, North Carolina?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Danbury is 12.0:1. 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.