Serving 372 students in grades Kindergarten-5, South Street 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Street School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
South Street School's student population of 372 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
372 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Street 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 South Street School is 0.48, 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
#547 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
71%
32%
Black
4%
12%
White
12%
46%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Street School's ranking?
South Street School is ranked #547 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are South Street School often compared to?
South Street Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Park Avenue School, Ellsworth Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend South Street School?
372 students attend South Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of South Street School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Street School?
South Street School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Street School offer ?
South Street School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Street School part of?
South Street School is part of Danbury School District.
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