Danbury Elementary School

Summary:

Danbury Elementary School is a small public elementary school serving grades K-4 in the town of Danbury, New Hampshire. With just 76 students, the school has a predominantly white student population and is part of the Newfound Area School District, which is ranked 64 out of 163 districts in the state.

Danbury Elementary stands out for its inconsistent academic performance. While the school excels in Reading, with 75% of students proficient in 2023-2024 compared to 57% for the district and 53% for the state, it struggles in Mathematics, with only 35% proficiency compared to 48% for the district and 41% for the state. The school's ranking has fluctuated over the years, from a high of 4th out of 242 schools in 2013-2014 to a low of 220th out of 236 schools in 2007-2008. In the most recent year, it ranked 149th out of 237 elementary schools in the state, with a 2-star rating.

Compared to nearby schools, Danbury Elementary has a relatively low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 9 to 11.5 students per teacher in recent years. However, the school has seen a recent increase in free/reduced lunch recipients, from 10.53% in 2020-2021 to 25% in 2022-2023, which is higher than the state average but lower than some nearby schools like Paul A. Smith School (60.28%) and Bristol Elementary (38.3%). The school's homogeneous student population, with over 96% of students identifying as white, is also noteworthy when compared to the greater racial diversity seen in some neighboring schools.

Detail:

Public K-4

20 Daffodil Ln.
Danbury, NH 03230-4230

(603) 768-3434

District: Newfound Area School District

Per Pupil Expenditures: $18,992

Students who attend Danbury Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:	Newfound Memorial Middle School
High:	Newfound Regional High School

Student/teacher ratio: 11.5

Number of students: 76

Racial breakdown:

White:

96.1%

African American:

1.3%

Hispanic:

1.3%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 25%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Danbury Elementary School is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 41.53. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Danbury Elementary School has the smallest elementary school student body size in the Newfound Area School District. Racial makeup is: White (96.1%), African American (1.3%), Hispanic (1.3%). (See more...)

Compare Details 25% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Danbury Elementary School is 11.5, which is the 2^nd best among 3 elementary schools in the Newfound Area School District. (See more...)

Compare Danbury Elementary School employs 6.6 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Danbury Elementary School is $18,992, which is the lowest among 4 elementary schools in the Newfound Area School District!

Schooldigger Rankings:

Danbury Elementary School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Newfound Area School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Newfound Area School District 64^th of 163 New Hampshire school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Danbury Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Danbury Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NH State Percentile
2006	19.68	212^th	238	10.9%
2007	27.00	192^nd	237	19.0%
2008	13.31	220^th	236	6.8%
2010	39.12	168^th	242	30.6%
2014	89.96	4^th	242	98.3%
2015	26.09	164^th	206	20.4%
2016	46.40	150^th	244	38.5%
2017	32.30	166^th	229	27.5%
2022	42.99	134^th	233	42.5%
2023	41.53	149^th	237	37.1%

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Rank History for White students at Danbury Elementary School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	NH State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2022	41.50	141^st	229	38.4%
2023	40.01	146^th	233	37.3%

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Data source: test scores: New Hampshire Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: New Hampshire Department of Education

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by a parent
Saturday, February 9, 2013

Very small student-teacher ratio. Great after school homework club and after school recreation program in partnership with the town community center. Strong focus on academics and academic improvement/success for every student. Free ski lessons in the winter with the ski area in town that includes a free season pass. Close Quote

Enrollment information for Danbury Elementary School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
1991	60	0	0	0	2	n/a	n/a	62
1992	66	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	66
1993	63	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	63
1994	59	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	59
1995	61	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	61
1996	61	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	61
1997	61	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	61
1998	59	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	59
1999	57	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	57
2000	59	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	59
2001	74	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	74
2002	78	2	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	80
2003	78	2	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	80
2004	78	2	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	80
2005	89	3	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	92
2006	73	3	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	77
2007	64	1	0	2	0	n/a	n/a	67
2008	63	2	0	2	0	n/a	n/a	67
2009	62	4	0	2	0	n/a	n/a	68
2010	50	4	1	1	0	0	0	56
2011	50	0	1	0	0	0	1	52
2012	48	0	1	0	0	0	1	50
2013	41	2	3	0	0	0	1	47
2014	48	0	2	0	0	0	2	52
2015	66	0	2	1	0	0	2	71
2016	58	0	1	1	0	0	2	62
2017	62	0	0	0	0	0	0	62
2018	55	0	0	0	0	0	0	55
2019	52	0	0	0	0	0	1	53
2020	58	0	0	1	0	0	1	60
2021	56	0	0	0	0	0	1	57
2022	61	0	0	0	0	0	1	62
2023	73	1	0	1	0	0	1	76

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Danbury Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1991	62	4.2	14.7	21
1992	66	4.2	15.7	24.2
1993	63	4.2	15.0	15.9
1994	59	4.6	12.8	20.3
1995	61	3.6	16.9	45.9
1996	61	3.6	16.9	45.9
1997	61	3.7	16.5	27.9
1998	59	3.8	15.5	23.7
1999	57	4.5	12.7	28.1
2000	59	4.0	14.8	30.5
2001	74	6.5	11.4	24.3
2002	80	6.8	11.8	43.8
2003	80	6.8	11.8	43.8
2004	80	8.7	9.2	35
2005	92	8.4	11.0	38
2006	77	8.0	9.6	37.7
2007	67	8.0	8.4	38.8
2008	67	7.8	8.6	29.9
2009	68	13.0	5.2	32.4
2010	56	8.4	6.6	51.8
2011	52	8.6	6.0	40.4
2012	50	6.2	8.0	34
2013	47	3.3	14.2	38.3
2014	52	5.8	8.9	46.2
2015	71	5.0	14.2	57.7
2016	62	8.0	7.7	64.5
2017	62	6.5	9.5	53.2
2018	55	5.5	10.0	50.9
2019	53	5.3	10.0	35.8
2020	60	5.6	10.7	40
2021	57	6.3	9.0	10.5
2022	62	6.3	9.8	25.8
2023	76	6.6	11.5	25

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Danbury Elementary School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1991	62	4.2	14.7	21
1992	66	4.2	15.7	24.2
1993	63	4.2	15.0	15.9
1994	59	4.6	12.8	20.3
1995	61	3.6	16.9	45.9
1996	61	3.6	16.9	45.9
1997	61	3.7	16.5	27.9
1998	59	3.8	15.5	23.7
1999	57	4.5	12.7	28.1
2000	59	4.0	14.8	30.5
2001	74	6.5	11.4	24.3
2002	80	6.8	11.8	43.8
2003	80	6.8	11.8	43.8
2004	80	8.7	9.2	35
2005	92	8.4	11.0	38
2006	77	8.0	9.6	37.7
2007	67	8.0	8.4	38.8
2008	67	7.8	8.6	29.9
2009	68	13.0	5.2	32.4
2010	56	8.4	6.6	51.8
2011	52	8.6	6.0	40.4
2012	50	6.2	8.0	34
2013	47	3.3	14.2	38.3
2014	52	5.8	8.9	46.2
2015	71	5.0	14.2	57.7
2016	62	8.0	7.7	64.5
2017	62	6.5	9.5	53.2
2018	55	5.5	10.0	50.9
2019	53	5.3	10.0	35.8
2020	60	5.6	10.7	40
2021	57	6.3	9.0	10.5
2022	62	6.3	9.8	25.8
2023	76	6.6	11.5	25

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Danbury Elementary School

Year	Total Expenditures Per Pupil
2019	$18,992

Data source: New Hampshire Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Danbury Elementary School

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Test Scores

	% proficient Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	% proficient Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
All Grades Mathematics (Danbury Elementary School)	28	35	7%
All Grades Mathematics (Newfound Area School District)	45	44	1%
All Grades Mathematics (New Hampshire)	48	42	6%
All Grades Reading (Danbury Elementary School)	36	50	14%
All Grades Reading (Newfound Area School District)	55	60	5%
All Grades Reading (New Hampshire)	56	52	4%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	53	76	43.4%
African American	0	1
American Indian	0	0
Asian	0	0
Hispanic	0	1
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	52	73	40.4%
Two or More Races	1	1
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	35.8%	25%	10.8%

Schools Near Danbury Elementary School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				NH SAS Mathematics (2024)							NH SAS Reading (2024)							NH SAS Science (2024)			Per Pupil Expenditures (2019)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	NH SAS Mathematics 3rd Grade	NH SAS Mathematics 4th Grade	NH SAS Mathematics 5th Grade	NH SAS Mathematics 6th Grade	NH SAS Mathematics 7th Grade	NH SAS Mathematics 8th Grade	NH SAS Mathematics All Grades	NH SAS Reading 3rd Grade	NH SAS Reading 4th Grade	NH SAS Reading 5th Grade	NH SAS Reading 6th Grade	NH SAS Reading 7th Grade	NH SAS Reading 8th Grade	NH SAS Reading All Grades	NH SAS Science 5th Grade	NH SAS Science 8th Grade	NH SAS Science All Grades	Total
Danbury Elementary School	Public	K-4	20 Daffodil Ln.	Danbury	03230	Merrimack County	Newfound Area School District	No	No	No	Yes	(603) 768-3434	76	7	11.5	25.0%	73 (96.1%)	1 (1.3%)	1 (1.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.3%)								(n/a)		36.0					35.0		73.0					75.0				$18,992
Andover Elementary School	Public	K-8	20 School St.	Andover	03216	Merrimack County	Andover School District	No	No	No	Yes	(603) 735-5494	185	19	9.7	31.9%	179 (96.8%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.1%)	2 (1.1%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.1%)	36.2	157^th of 234 public elementary schools	32.9%		41.5	150^th of 237 public elementary schools	36.7%	7	17.0	47.0	50.0	21.0	25.0	29.0	32.0	28.0	32.0	64.0	47.0	58.0	61.0	50.0	45.0	36.0	40.0	$18,479
Bristol Elementary School	Public	K-5	55 School St.	Bristol	03222	Grafton County	Newfound Area School District	No	No	No	Yes	(603) 744-2761	188	17	11.1	38.3%	170 (90.4%)	2 (1.1%)	6 (3.2%)	2 (1.1%)	2 (1.1%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (3.2%)	39.9	148^th of 234 public elementary schools	36.8%		40.2	154^th of 237 public elementary schools	35.0%	6	45.0	40.0	45.0				44.0	45.0	36.0	59.0				49.0	32.0		32.0	$20,307
Jennie D. Blake School	Public	PK, KG-6	32 Crescent St	Hill	03243	Merrimack County	Hill School District	No	No	No	Yes	(603) 934-2245	63	7	8.8	36.5%	61 (96.8%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (3.2%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)							50.0							47.0				$25,673
Kearsarge Reg. Elementary School at New London	Public	K-5	64 Cougar Ct	New London	03257	Merrimack County	Kearsarge Regional School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 526-4737	353	28	12.4	9.9%	336 (95.2%)	1 (0.3%)	4 (1.1%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	11 (3.1%)	80	37^th of 234 public elementary schools	84.2%		75.3	47^th of 237 public elementary schools	80.2%	10	63.0	53.0	56.0				57.0	65.0	72.0	80.0				72.0	58.0		58.0	$19,787
Bridgewater-Hebron Village School	Public	PK, KG-5	25 School House Rd	Bristol	03222	Grafton County	Newfound Area School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 744-6969	135	11	12.3	21.5%	130 (96.3%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.7%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.7%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (2.2%)	91.9	10^th of 234 public elementary schools	95.7%		79.6	35^th of 237 public elementary schools	85.2%	25	71.0	75.0	79.0				75.0	79.0	70.0	84.0				77.0	63.0		63.0	$21,338
Paul A. Smith School	Public	PK, KG-3	41 Daniel Webster Dr.	Franklin	03235	Merrimack County	Franklin School District	No	No	No	Yes	(603) 934-4144	287	30	9.5	60.3%	249 (86.8%)	2 (0.7%)	18 (6.3%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	17 (5.9%)								(n/a)	35.0						35.0	28.0						28.0				$22,561
Canaan Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-4	31 School St.	Canaan	03741	Grafton County	Mascoma Valley Regional School District	No	No	No	Yes	(603) 523-4312	225	20	11.2	32.9%	207 (92.0%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (1.3%)	1 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	14 (6.2%)	48.1	125^th of 234 public elementary schools	46.6%		35.9	165^th of 237 public elementary schools	30.4%	40	67.0	43.0					54.0	52.0	35.0					43.0				$21,919
Compass Classical Academy Charter School (E)	Public, Charter	PK, KG-8	5 Elm Street	Northfield	03276	Belknap County	Compass Classical Academy Charter School	Yes	No	No	No	(603) 729-3370	101	13	7.7	61.4%	91 (90.1%)	1 (1.0%)	3 (3.0%)	2 (2.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (4.0%)	7.2	229^th of 234 public elementary schools	2.1%		2.2	236^th of 237 public elementary schools	0.4%	7	0.0	0.0		15.0				21.0	20.0		42.0			26.0			10.0
Salisbury Elementary School	Public	K-5	6 Whittemore Rd.	Salisbury	03268	Merrimack County	Merrimack Valley School District	No	No	No	No	(603) 648-2206	62	8	7.8	14.5%	60 (96.8%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.6%)	61.1	82^nd of 234 public elementary schools	65.0%		51.7	116^th of 237 public elementary schools	51.1%	34		46.0	50.0				59.0		54.0	83.0				71.0	33.0		33.0	$22,333

Frequently Asked Questions about Danbury Elementary School

What district is Danbury Elementary School in?

Newfound Area School District

How many students attend Danbury Elementary School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 76 students attended Danbury Elementary School.

What schools do graduates of Danbury Elementary School attend?

Students who attend Danbury Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Newfound Memorial Middle School
High : Newfound Regional High School

What is the racial makeup of Danbury Elementary School?

Students at Danbury Elementary School are 96% White, 1% African American, 1% Hispanic, 1% Two or more races.

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