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#175 of 202 private schools in CT
St Gregory the Great School
Elementary School
85 GREAT PLAIN RD # 2, Danbury, CT 06811
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#175 of 202
In Danbury
#6 of 7
public schools
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St Gregory the Great School
Elementary School in Danbury · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Gregory the Great School
St Gregory the Great School is a private elementary school in Danbury, CT. St Gregory the Great School serves approximately 220 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. St Gregory the Great School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #175 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 5.2 · Average
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
St Gregory the Great School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow St Gregory the Great School compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Danbury, CT
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Gregory the Great School (this school) | 5.2 |
| Great Plain School | 7.0 |
| Stadley Rough School | 3.9 |
| Hayestown Avenue School | 5.3 |
| Broadview Middle School | 2.8 |
| Ellsworth Avenue School | 4.2 |
| Pembroke School | 3.7 |
| DPS Early Childhood Center at Granville | 2.7 |
| DPS Early Childhood Center | 4.2 |
| Shelter Rock School | 3.3 |
| Morris Street School | 3.0 |
| South Street School | 5.9 |
| Rogers Park Middle School | 2.9 |
| Park Avenue School | 4.1 |
| King Street Primary School | 3.3 |
| King Street Intermediate School | 3.3 |
| Western CT Academy of International Studies Elementary Magne | 6.7 |
| Mill Ridge Primary School | 5.7 |
| Westside Middle School Academy | 6.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CT.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CT
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
85 GREAT PLAIN RD # 2, Danbury, CT 06811
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Gregory the Great School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Brookfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Great Plain School (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Danbury, see our Danbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Great Plain School Danbury | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Stadley Rough School Danbury | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Hayestown Avenue School Danbury | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Henry Abbott Technical High School Danbury | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Broadview Middle School Danbury | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| Ellsworth Avenue School Danbury | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| DPS Early Childhood Center at Granville Danbury | 2.1 mi | 2.7 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Danbury | 2.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Danbury High School Danbury | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| COUNTRY KIDS CLUB Brookfield | 1.9 mi | — |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Danbury | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| DPS Early Childhood Center Danbury | 2.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Pembroke School Danbury | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Danbury | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Danbury | 2.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Shelter Rock School Danbury | 2.7 mi | 3.3 |
| South Street School Danbury | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Morris Street School Danbury | 2.7 mi | 3.0 |
| CHRISTIAN LIFE ACADEMY Brookfield | 2.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Rogers Park Middle School Danbury | 3.2 mi | 2.9 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Anna H. Rockwell School Bethel, CT | 5.2 |
| CATHOLIC STREAM ACADEMY OF WATERBURY Waterbury, CT | 5.2 |
| Metacomet School Bloomfield, CT | 5.2 |
| Plainfield Memorial School Plainfield, CT | 5.2 |
| Spencer School Middletown, CT | 5.2 |
| Ann Antolini School New Hartford, CT | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Gregory the Great School
What grades does St Gregory the Great School serve?
St Gregory the Great School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Gregory the Great School?
St Gregory the Great School has an enrollment of approximately 220 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Gregory the Great School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Gregory the Great School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Gregory the Great School rank in CT?
St Gregory the Great School ranks #175 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is St Gregory the Great School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Gregory the Great School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Gregory the Great School a private school?
Yes, St Gregory the Great School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Gregory the Great School a religious school?
St Gregory the Great School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 220
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Fairfield County
- Phone
- (203) 748-1217
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