Needs Improvement
#962 of 990 schools in CT
John C. Daniels
Elementary School · New Haven School District
569 Congress Ave., New Haven, CT 06519
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
513
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#962 of 990
In New Haven
#37 of 42
public schools
In district
#34 of 37
New Haven School District
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John C. Daniels
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About John C. Daniels
John C. Daniels is a public elementary school in New Haven, CT, part of New Haven School District. John C.
Daniels serves approximately 513 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. John C. Daniels has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #962 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for John C. Daniels show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.2
- CT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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John C. Daniels — Students at John C. Daniels score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.3/10.
How John C. Daniels Compares
See how John C. Daniels performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
569 Congress Ave., New Haven, CT 06519
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John C. Daniels may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness (rated 5.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Truman School (rated 4.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hill Central Music Academy (rated 4.3/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Haven, see our New Haven schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06519 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,394
Median Home Value
$247,600
Median Rent
$1,356/mo
Population
15,426
College Educated
19.5%
Homeownership
25.7%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
29.5%
Median Age
34.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John C. Daniels
What grades does John C. Daniels serve?
John C. Daniels serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend John C. Daniels?
John C. Daniels has an enrollment of approximately 513 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John C. Daniels?
The student-teacher ratio at John C. Daniels is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John C. Daniels rank in CT?
John C. Daniels ranks #962 of 990 schools in CT.
What is John C. Daniels's MySchoolScout rating?
John C. Daniels has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 John C. Daniels?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John C. Daniels has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is John C. Daniels a charter school?
No, John C. Daniels is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John C. Daniels a Title I school?
No, John C. Daniels is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John C. Daniels?
69.4% of students at John C. Daniels 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 513
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 7
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.9%
- Phone
- (475) 220-3600
Resources & Links
District
New Haven School District- District Enrollment
- 18,966
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,603
- District Rank
- #34 of 37
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