DPS Early Childhood Center vs Park Avenue School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
DPS Early Childhood Center
Danbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
65 students
Park Avenue School
Danbury · Public elementary · Grades K–5
562 students
| Measure | DPS Early Childhood Center Danbury, Connecticut | Park Avenue School Danbury, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #380 of 596 | #397 of 596 |
| National rank | #21576 of 50,301 | #23698 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–K | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 65 | 562 |
| Enrollment | 65 | 562 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.8% | 62.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 13.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 47% |
| Math proficiency | – | 49% |
| city | Danbury | Danbury |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •DPS Early Childhood Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.1 vs 52.1).
- •DPS Early Childhood Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.8% vs 62.5%).
- •Park Avenue School does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 16.3).
- •Park Avenue School is the larger school with 562 students compared with 65.
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 DPS Early Childhood Center better than Park Avenue School?
On the Success Index (US), DPS Early Childhood Center ranks higher (55.1 vs 52.1 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are DPS Early Childhood Center and Park Avenue School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Danbury and Danbury in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
DPS Early Childhood Center: 65. Park Avenue School: 562. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do DPS Early Childhood Center and Park Avenue School rank in Connecticut?
DPS Early Childhood Center is 380th of 596 and Park Avenue School is 397th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).