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#421 of 990 schools in CT
Top 42% in state
Based on limited data
Darcey School
Elementary School · Cheshire School District
1686 Waterbury Rd., Cheshire, CT 06410
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on CT statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
145
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#421 of 990
In Cheshire
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
Cheshire School District
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Darcey School
Elementary School in Cheshire · grades Pre-K – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Darcey School
Darcey School is a public elementary school in Cheshire, CT, part of Cheshire School District. Darcey School serves approximately 145 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Darcey School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #421 of 990 schools in CT.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 8.3
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 145 students, Darcey School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
17.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Darcey School Compares
See how Darcey School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1686 Waterbury Rd., Cheshire, CT 06410
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Darcey School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chapman School (rated 8.9/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highland School (rated 8.9/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Frisbie School (rated 8.9/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Wolcott), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cheshire, see our Cheshire schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rotella Interdistrict Magnet School Waterbury | 1.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Michael F. Wallace Middle School Waterbury | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Tyrrell Middle School Wolcott | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Crosby High School Waterbury | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| William M. Strong Elementary School Plantsville | 2.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Wrinn Integrated Preschool - SES Plantsville | 2.6 mi | — |
| Doolittle School Cheshire | 2.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Dodd Middle School Cheshire | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Margaret M. Generali Elementary School Waterbury | 2.3 mi | 2.7 |
| Chapman School Cheshire | 2.5 mi | 8.9 |
| ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Cheshire | 3.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Long River Middle School Prospect | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Highland School Cheshire | 2.9 mi | 8.9 |
| THE CHESHIRE ACADEMY Cheshire | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Prospect Elementary School Prospect | 3.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Frisbie School Wolcott | 3.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Cheshire High School Cheshire | 3.7 mi | 7.8 |
| John F. Kennedy Middle School Plantsville | 3.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Norton School Cheshire | 4.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School Southington | 4.2 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06410 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$150,524
Median Home Value
$419,200
Median Rent
$1,288/mo
Population
28,792
College Educated
62.2%
Homeownership
87.5%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
44.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hartland School East Hartland, CT | 6.8 |
| Sharon Center School Sharon, CT | 6.8 |
| West Stafford School Stafford Springs, CT | 6.8 |
| ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Windsor, CT | 6.7 |
| ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE West Hartford, CT | 6.7 |
| R. Dudley Seymour School East Granby, CT | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Darcey School
What grades does Darcey School serve?
Darcey School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Darcey School?
Darcey School has an enrollment of approximately 145 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Darcey School?
The student-teacher ratio at Darcey School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Darcey School rank in CT?
Darcey School ranks #421 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Darcey School's MySchoolScout rating?
Darcey School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Darcey School a charter school?
No, Darcey School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Darcey School a Title I school?
No, Darcey School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Darcey School?
17.2% of students at Darcey School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 145
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 17.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 4
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.2%
- Phone
- (203) 272-3577
Resources & Links
District
Cheshire School District- District Enrollment
- 4,224
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,269
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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