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Hayestown Avenue School

Elementary School · Danbury School District

42 Tamarack Ave., Danbury, CT 06811

Enrollment

447

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#680 of 990

In Danbury

#7 of 20

public schools

In district

#6 of 19

Danbury School District

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Hayestown Avenue School

5.3/10

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

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6.4/10

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4.2/10

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About Hayestown Avenue School

Hayestown Avenue School is a public elementary school in Danbury, CT, part of Danbury School District. Hayestown Avenue School serves approximately 447 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Hayestown Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #680 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Hayestown Avenue School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment3.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,572
Chronic Absenteeism20.8%

Hayestown Avenue School — Students at Hayestown Avenue School score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

62.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.9% (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
82%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
42%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Hayestown Avenue School Compares

See how Hayestown Avenue School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in CT
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
3.0/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
62%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.8%

Location

42 Tamarack Ave., Danbury, CT 06811

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hayestown Avenue 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 Great Plain School (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Danbury, see our Danbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Henry Abbott Technical High School Danbury 0.2 mi 6.4
Ellsworth Avenue School Danbury 0.9 mi 4.2
Broadview Middle School Danbury 0.8 mi 2.8
DPS Early Childhood Center at Granville Danbury 1.1 mi 2.7
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Danbury 1.1 mi 4.9
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Danbury 1.0 mi 6.1
Great Plain School Danbury 1.0 mi 7.0
ST GREGORY THE GREAT SCHOOL Danbury 1.1 mi 5.2
Danbury High School Danbury 1.0 mi 4.1
DPS Early Childhood Center Danbury 1.6 mi 4.2
ST PETER SCHOOL Danbury 1.7 mi 5.8
Morris Street School Danbury 1.6 mi 3.0
South Street School Danbury 2.0 mi 5.9
Stadley Rough School Danbury 1.7 mi 3.9
Pembroke School Danbury 1.9 mi 3.7
Park Avenue School Danbury 2.1 mi 4.1
IMMACULATE HIGH SCHOOL Danbury 2.3 mi 5.5
HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Danbury 2.1 mi 8.1
Rogers Park Middle School Danbury 2.3 mi 2.9
Shelter Rock School Danbury 2.3 mi 3.3

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 Hayestown Avenue School

What grades does Hayestown Avenue School serve?

Hayestown Avenue School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Hayestown Avenue School?

Hayestown Avenue School has an enrollment of approximately 447 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hayestown Avenue School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hayestown Avenue School 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 Hayestown Avenue School rank in CT?

Hayestown Avenue School ranks #680 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Hayestown Avenue School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hayestown Avenue School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Hayestown Avenue School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hayestown Avenue School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Hayestown Avenue School a charter school?

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

Is Hayestown Avenue School a Title I school?

No, Hayestown Avenue School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hayestown Avenue School?

62.4% of students at Hayestown Avenue 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
67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
447
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 9
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.8%

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