Needs Improvement
#960 of 990 schools in CT
Morris Street School
Elementary School · Danbury School District
28 Morris St., Danbury, CT 06810
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
362
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#960 of 990
In Danbury
#17 of 20
public schools
In district
#16 of 19
Danbury School District
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About Morris Street School
Morris Street School is a public elementary school in Danbury, CT, part of Danbury School District. Morris Street School serves approximately 362 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Morris Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #960 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Morris Street School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- CT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Morris Street School — Students at Morris Street School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.1%
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: 2.0/10.
How Morris Street School Compares
See how Morris Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
28 Morris St., Danbury, CT 06810
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Morris Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Great Plain School (rated 7.0/10, 2.4 miles away), 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 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Danbury | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Park Avenue School Danbury | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Danbury | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| DPS Early Childhood Center at Granville Danbury | 0.9 mi | 2.7 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Danbury | 0.9 mi | 5.8 |
| IMMACULATE HIGH SCHOOL Danbury | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Ellsworth Avenue School Danbury | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Mill Ridge Primary School Danbury | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Westside Middle School Academy Danbury | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Danbury High School Danbury | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Henry Abbott Technical High School Danbury | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| DPS Early Childhood Center Danbury | 1.2 mi | 4.2 |
| South Street School Danbury | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Hayestown Avenue School Danbury | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Rogers Park Middle School Danbury | 1.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Broadview Middle School Danbury | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| Western CT Academy of International Studies Elementary Magne Danbury | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Danbury | 1.9 mi | 8.1 |
| WOOSTER SCHOOL Danbury | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Great Plain School Danbury | 2.4 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06810 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,373
Median Home Value
$351,400
Median Rent
$1,816/mo
Population
55,179
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
43.1%
Avg Commute
31.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
38.5
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| Sayles School Baltic, CT | 3.0 |
| Bishop Woods Architecture and Design Magnet School New Haven, CT | 2.9 |
| High Horizons Magnet School Bridgeport, CT | 3.1 |
| Parkville Community School Hartford, CT | 2.9 |
| Edgewood School New Haven, CT | 2.8 |
| F. J. Kingsbury School Waterbury, CT | 3.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Morris Street School
What grades does Morris Street School serve?
Morris Street School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Morris Street School?
Morris Street School has an enrollment of approximately 362 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Morris Street School?
The student-teacher ratio at Morris Street School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Morris Street School rank in CT?
Morris Street School ranks #960 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Morris Street School's MySchoolScout rating?
Morris Street School 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 Morris Street School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Morris Street School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Morris Street School a charter school?
No, Morris Street School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Morris Street School a Title I school?
No, Morris Street School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Morris Street School?
46.1% of students at Morris Street 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 362
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 9
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.3%
- Phone
- (203) 797-4809
Resources & Links
District
Danbury School District- District Enrollment
- 12,126
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,572
- District Rank
- #16 of 19
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