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King Street Intermediate School

Elementary School · Danbury School District

151 South King St., Danbury, CT 06811

Enrollment

353

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

3.3

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#941 of 990

In Danbury

#16 of 20

public schools

In district

#15 of 19

Danbury School District

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King Street Intermediate School

3.3/10

Elementary School in Danbury · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

King Street Primary School

3.3/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Western Ct Academy of International Studies Elementary Magne

6.7/10

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About King Street Intermediate School

King Street Intermediate School is a public elementary school in Danbury, CT, part of Danbury School District. King Street Intermediate School serves approximately 353 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. King Street Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #941 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for King Street Intermediate School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.5
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment2.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,572
Chronic Absenteeism20.1%

King Street Intermediate School — Students at King Street Intermediate School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.1% (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
89%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
85%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
46%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
34%

* 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: 3.0/10.

How King Street Intermediate School Compares

See how King Street Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.3/10
5th percentile in CT
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

Location

151 South King St., Danbury, CT 06811

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering King Street Intermediate School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meeting House Hill School (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby New Fairfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Consolidated School (rated 7.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby New Fairfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Western CT Academy of International Studies Elementary Magne (rated 6.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Danbury, see our Danbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
King Street Primary School Danbury 0.1 mi 3.3
Western CT Academy of International Studies Elementary Magne Danbury 1.5 mi 6.7
Pembroke School Danbury 1.6 mi 3.7
Danbury High School Danbury 1.6 mi 4.1
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Danbury 2.1 mi 6.1
New Fairfield Middle School New Fairfield 2.6 mi 7.6
New Fairfield High School New Fairfield 2.6 mi 7.0
Mill Ridge Primary School Danbury 2.5 mi 5.7
Consolidated School New Fairfield 2.6 mi 7.2
Meeting House Hill School New Fairfield 2.6 mi 8.1
Westside Middle School Academy Danbury 2.7 mi 6.2
Morris Street School Danbury 2.7 mi 3.0
Henry Abbott Technical High School Danbury 2.5 mi 6.4
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Danbury 2.7 mi 4.9
Hayestown Avenue School Danbury 2.6 mi 5.3
WOOSTER SCHOOL Danbury 3.7 mi 6.0
Park Avenue School Danbury 3.3 mi 4.1
DPS Early Childhood Center at Granville Danbury 3.1 mi 2.7
Ellsworth Avenue School Danbury 3.1 mi 4.2
GREEN CHIMNEYS SCHOOL Brewster 3.3 mi 8.4

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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Global Communications Academy Hartford, CT 3.3
King Street Primary School Danbury, CT 3.3
King/Robinson Magnet School New Haven, CT 3.3
F. J. Kingsbury School Waterbury, CT 3.2
Lincoln-Bassett School New Haven, CT 3.2
Riverside Magnet School at Goodwin University East Hartford, CT 3.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about King Street Intermediate School

What grades does King Street Intermediate School serve?

King Street Intermediate School serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend King Street Intermediate School?

King Street Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 353 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at King Street Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at King Street Intermediate School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does King Street Intermediate School rank in CT?

King Street Intermediate School ranks #941 of 990 schools in CT.

What is King Street Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

King Street Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 King Street Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, King Street Intermediate School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is King Street Intermediate School a charter school?

No, King Street Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is King Street Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, King Street Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for King Street Intermediate School?

53.3% of students at King Street Intermediate 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
4 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
353
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 9
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

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