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South Street School

Elementary School · Danbury School District

129 South St., Danbury, CT 06810

Enrollment

377

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#574 of 990

In Danbury

#5 of 20

public schools

In district

#4 of 19

Danbury School District

Academic growth

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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South Street School

5.9/10

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

Dps Early Childhood Center

4.2/10

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2.9/10

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About South Street School

South Street School is a public elementary school in Danbury, CT, part of Danbury School District. South Street School serves approximately 377 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. South Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #574 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for South Street School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts above district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 4.5
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,572
Chronic Absenteeism19.4%

South Street School — Students at South Street School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

32.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.2% (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
77%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
47%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How South Street School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in CT
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
32%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

Location

129 South St., Danbury, CT 06810

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Great Plain School (rated 7.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Danbury, see our Danbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
DPS Early Childhood Center Danbury 0.4 mi 4.2
Rogers Park Middle School Danbury 0.4 mi 2.9
ST PETER SCHOOL Danbury 0.4 mi 5.8
IMMACULATE HIGH SCHOOL Danbury 0.6 mi 5.5
HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Danbury 0.7 mi 8.1
DPS Early Childhood Center at Granville Danbury 0.9 mi 2.7
Ellsworth Avenue School Danbury 1.1 mi 4.2
Park Avenue School Danbury 1.0 mi 4.1
Broadview Middle School Danbury 1.3 mi 2.8
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Danbury 1.2 mi 4.9
Morris Street School Danbury 1.3 mi 3.0
Shelter Rock School Danbury 1.4 mi 3.3
Henry Abbott Technical High School Danbury 1.9 mi 6.4
Hayestown Avenue School Danbury 2.0 mi 5.3
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Danbury 1.9 mi 6.1
Great Plain School Danbury 2.3 mi 7.0
Danbury High School Danbury 2.4 mi 4.1
ST GREGORY THE GREAT SCHOOL Danbury 2.8 mi 5.2
Westside Middle School Academy Danbury 2.1 mi 6.2
Mill Ridge Primary School Danbury 2.2 mi 5.7

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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Regan School Waterbury, CT 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South Street School

What grades does South Street School serve?

South Street School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend South Street School?

South Street School has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South Street School?

The student-teacher ratio at South Street 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 South Street School rank in CT?

South Street School ranks #574 of 990 schools in CT.

What is South Street School's MySchoolScout rating?

South Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 South Street School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, South Street School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is South Street School a charter school?

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

Is South Street School a Title I school?

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

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

32.1% of students at South 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
79 Very Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
32.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 9
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

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