Danbury High School vs Morris Street School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Danbury High School
Danbury · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,612 students
Morris Street School
Danbury · Public elementary · Grades K–5
340 students
| Measure | Danbury High School Danbury, Connecticut | Morris Street School Danbury, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #134 of 180 | #481 of 596 |
| National rank | #11520 of 16,910 | #33437 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 3,612 | 340 |
| Enrollment | 3,612 | 340 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.1% | 68.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 27% |
| city | Danbury | Danbury |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (37.7 vs 37.8).
- •Morris Street School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Danbury High School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 42%).
- •Danbury High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.1% vs 68.5%).
- •Morris Street School does better on students per teacher (12.6 vs 15.7).
- •Danbury High School is the larger school with 3,612 students compared with 340.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Danbury High School better than Morris Street School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Danbury High School and Morris Street School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Danbury and Danbury in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Danbury High School: 3,612. Morris Street School: 340. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Danbury High School and Morris Street School rank in Connecticut?
Danbury High School is 134th of 180 and Morris Street School is 481st of 596 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).