Serving 56 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Danbury Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Danbury Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Danbury Elementary School's student population of 56 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
56 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
2015
School Calendar
School Mascot
Eagle
School Rankings
Danbury Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Danbury Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.32. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#309 out of 455 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
3%
2%
White
95%
82%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
20%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Danbury Elementary School's ranking?
Danbury Elementary School is ranked #309 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Danbury Elementary School?
56 students attend Danbury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Danbury Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Danbury Elementary School?
Danbury Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Danbury Elementary School offer ?
Danbury Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Danbury Elementary School part of?
Danbury Elementary School is part of Newfound Area School District.
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