Serving 527 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Shelter Rock School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shelter Rock School's student population of 527 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
527 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shelter Rock School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shelter Rock School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#639 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
66%
32%
Black
6%
12%
White
18%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelter Rock School's ranking?
Shelter Rock School is ranked #639 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Shelter Rock School?
527 students attend Shelter Rock School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Shelter Rock School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shelter Rock School?
Shelter Rock School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shelter Rock School offer ?
Shelter Rock School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shelter Rock School part of?
Shelter Rock School is part of Danbury School District.
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