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#74 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 47% of private schools
Danbury Catholic School
Elementary School
602 PEACH ST, Danbury, IA 51019
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
35
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#74 of 157
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Danbury Catholic School
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About Danbury Catholic School
Danbury Catholic School is a private elementary school in Danbury, IA. Danbury Catholic School serves approximately 35 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Danbury Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #74 of 157 private schools in IA.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 35 students, Danbury Catholic School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6:1 students to teachers, Danbury Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Danbury Catholic 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.
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 IA.
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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 IA
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
602 PEACH ST, Danbury, IA 51019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Danbury Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Anthon Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Anthon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Schleswig Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Schleswig), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Boyer Valley Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 24.3 miles away, in nearby Dow City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Danbury, see our Danbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 51019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,250
Median Home Value
$88,000
Median Rent
$813/mo
Population
441
College Educated
13.4%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
21.3 min
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
55.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Danbury Catholic School
What grades does Danbury Catholic School serve?
Danbury Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Danbury Catholic School?
Danbury Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 35 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Danbury Catholic School?
The student-teacher ratio at Danbury Catholic School is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Danbury Catholic School rank in IA?
Danbury Catholic School ranks #74 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is Danbury Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?
Danbury Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Danbury Catholic School a private school?
Yes, Danbury Catholic 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 Danbury Catholic School a religious school?
Danbury Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 35
- Gender Split
- 40% M / 60% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Woodbury County
- Phone
- (712) 883-2244
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