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Very Good

#383 of 990 schools in CT

Top 39% in state

Great Plain School

Elementary School · Danbury School District

10 Stadley Rough Rd., Danbury, CT 06811

Enrollment

264

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#383 of 990

In Danbury

#1 of 20

public schools

In district

#1 of 19

Danbury School District

Academic performance

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Great Plain School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Danbury · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

St Gregory the Great School

5.2/10

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Stadley Rough School

3.9/10

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About Great Plain School

Great Plain School is a public elementary school in Danbury, CT, part of Danbury School District. Great Plain School serves approximately 264 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Plain School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #383 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Great Plain School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 4.5
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+15.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment2.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,572
Chronic Absenteeism14.4%

Great Plain School — Students at Great Plain School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
62%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.8/10.

How Great Plain School Compares

See how Great Plain School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
61th percentile in CT
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
2.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

Location

10 Stadley Rough Rd., Danbury, CT 06811

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Great Plain School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, South Street School (rated 5.9/10, 2.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Danbury, see our Danbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ST GREGORY THE GREAT SCHOOL Danbury 0.6 mi 5.2
Stadley Rough School Danbury 0.9 mi 3.9
Broadview Middle School Danbury 1.0 mi 2.8
Hayestown Avenue School Danbury 1.0 mi 5.3
Henry Abbott Technical High School Danbury 1.1 mi 6.4
Ellsworth Avenue School Danbury 1.4 mi 4.2
DPS Early Childhood Center at Granville Danbury 1.7 mi 2.7
DPS Early Childhood Center Danbury 2.0 mi 4.2
HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Danbury 2.1 mi 8.1
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Danbury 1.9 mi 4.9
Shelter Rock School Danbury 2.1 mi 3.3
ST PETER SCHOOL Danbury 2.2 mi 5.8
COUNTRY KIDS CLUB Brookfield 1.9 mi
South Street School Danbury 2.3 mi 5.9
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Danbury 1.9 mi 6.1
Danbury High School Danbury 1.9 mi 4.1
Rogers Park Middle School Danbury 2.7 mi 2.9
Morris Street School Danbury 2.4 mi 3.0
IMMACULATE HIGH SCHOOL Danbury 2.8 mi 5.5
Pembroke School Danbury 2.3 mi 3.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06811 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,519

Median Home Value

$405,800

Median Rent

$1,754/mo

Population

30,526

College Educated

41.2%

Homeownership

76.2%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

6%

Median Age

46.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Great Plain School

What grades does Great Plain School serve?

Great Plain School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Great Plain School?

Great Plain School has an enrollment of approximately 264 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Plain School?

The student-teacher ratio at Great Plain School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Great Plain School rank in CT?

Great Plain School ranks #383 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Great Plain School's MySchoolScout rating?

Great Plain School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Great Plain School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Plain School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Great Plain School a charter school?

No, Great Plain School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Great Plain School a Title I school?

No, Great Plain School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Great Plain School?

43.6% of students at Great Plain 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
264
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 9
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

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