Below Average
#844 of 990 schools in CT
Based on limited data
Dps Early Childhood Center
Elementary School · Danbury School District
17 Cottage Street, Danbury, CT 06810
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 18 schools in Danbury. Learn more
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
56
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#844 of 990
In Danbury
#9 of 20
public schools
In district
#8 of 19
Danbury School District
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Dps Early Childhood Center
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About Dps Early Childhood Center
Dps Early Childhood Center is a public elementary school in Danbury, CT, part of Danbury School District. Dps Early Childhood Center serves approximately 56 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Kindergarten, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Dps Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #844 of 990 schools in CT.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.5
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 56 students, Dps Early Childhood Center 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
Partial Profile · 2/3 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.3%
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 Dps Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Dps Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
17 Cottage Street, Danbury, CT 06810
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dps Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Great Plain School (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Danbury, see our Danbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| South Street School Danbury | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Danbury | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| DPS Early Childhood Center at Granville Danbury | 0.6 mi | 2.7 |
| Rogers Park Middle School Danbury | 0.7 mi | 2.9 |
| Ellsworth Avenue School Danbury | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Danbury | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Broadview Middle School Danbury | 1.0 mi | 2.8 |
| IMMACULATE HIGH SCHOOL Danbury | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Danbury | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Park Avenue School Danbury | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Morris Street School Danbury | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| Henry Abbott Technical High School Danbury | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Hayestown Avenue School Danbury | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Shelter Rock School Danbury | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Danbury | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Great Plain School Danbury | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| ST GREGORY THE GREAT SCHOOL Danbury | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Danbury High School Danbury | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Westside Middle School Academy Danbury | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Mill Ridge Primary School Danbury | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06810 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,373
Median Home Value
$351,400
Median Rent
$1,816/mo
Population
55,179
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
43.1%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Union School Union, CT | 4.4 |
| MONTESSORI DISCOVERY SCHOOL Norwich, CT | 4.6 |
| Hampton Elementary School Hampton, CT | 5.1 |
| Botelle Elementary School Norfolk, CT | 5.4 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baltic, CT | 5.4 |
| THE LONG RIDGE SCHOOL Stamford, CT | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dps Early Childhood Center
What grades does Dps Early Childhood Center serve?
Dps Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Dps Early Childhood Center?
Dps Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 56 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dps Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Dps Early Childhood Center is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dps Early Childhood Center rank in CT?
Dps Early Childhood Center ranks #844 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Dps Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Dps Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Dps Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Dps Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dps Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Dps Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dps Early Childhood Center?
64.3% of students at Dps Early Childhood Center 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
- 56
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 9
- Phone
- (203) 797-4832
Resources & Links
District
Danbury School District- District Enrollment
- 12,126
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,572
- District Rank
- #8 of 19
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