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King Street Primary School

Elementary School · Danbury School District

151 South King St., Danbury, CT 06811

Enrollment

404

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

3.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#939 of 990

In Danbury

#14 of 20

public schools

In district

#13 of 19

Danbury School District

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King Street Primary School

3.3/10

Elementary School in Danbury · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

King Street Intermediate School

3.3/10

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6.7/10

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About King Street Primary School

King Street Primary School is a public elementary school in Danbury, CT, part of Danbury School District. King Street Primary School serves approximately 404 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. King Street Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #939 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for King Street Primary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

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 Progress2.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-5.09 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,572
Chronic Absenteeism16.8%

King Street Primary School — Students at King Street Primary School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

52.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.8% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.3% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
37%

* 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: 2.2/10.

How King Street Primary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.3/10
5th percentile in CT
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

Location

151 South King St., Danbury, CT 06811

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering King Street Primary 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 Intermediate School Danbury 0.1 mi 3.3
Western CT Academy of International Studies Elementary Magne Danbury 1.5 mi 6.7
Pembroke School Danbury 1.5 mi 3.7
Danbury High School Danbury 1.7 mi 4.1
New Fairfield Middle School New Fairfield 2.5 mi 7.6
New Fairfield High School New Fairfield 2.5 mi 7.0
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Danbury 2.1 mi 6.1
Consolidated School New Fairfield 2.6 mi 7.2
Meeting House Hill School New Fairfield 2.6 mi 8.1
Mill Ridge Primary School Danbury 2.6 mi 5.7
Westside Middle School Academy Danbury 2.8 mi 6.2
Morris Street School Danbury 2.8 mi 3.0
Henry Abbott Technical High School Danbury 2.5 mi 6.4
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Danbury 2.8 mi 4.9
Hayestown Avenue School Danbury 2.6 mi 5.3
Park Avenue School Danbury 3.4 mi 4.1
WOOSTER SCHOOL Danbury 3.8 mi 6.0
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

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King/Robinson Magnet School New Haven, CT 3.3
Shelter Rock School Danbury, CT 3.3
F. J. Kingsbury School Waterbury, CT 3.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about King Street Primary School

What grades does King Street Primary School serve?

King Street Primary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend King Street Primary School?

King Street Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 404 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at King Street Primary School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does King Street Primary School rank in CT?

King Street Primary School ranks #939 of 990 schools in CT.

What is King Street Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

King Street Primary 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 Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, King Street Primary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is King Street Primary School a charter school?

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

Is King Street Primary School a Title I school?

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

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

52.5% of students at King Street Primary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
404
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
52.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 9
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.8%

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