Park Avenue School vs South Street School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Park Avenue School
Danbury · Public elementary · Grades K–5
562 students
South Street School
Danbury · Public elementary · Grades K–5
372 students
| Measure | Park Avenue School Danbury, Connecticut | South Street School Danbury, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #397 of 596 | #409 of 596 |
| National rank | #23698 of 50,301 | #25196 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 562 | 372 |
| Enrollment | 562 | 372 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.5% | 58.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 47% |
| city | Danbury | Danbury |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Park Avenue School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.1 vs 50.0).
- •Park Avenue School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 47%).
- •South Street School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.3% vs 62.5%).
- •Park Avenue School does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 14.3).
- •Park Avenue School is the larger school with 562 students compared with 372.
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 Park Avenue School better than South Street School?
On the Success Index (US), Park Avenue School ranks higher (52.1 vs 50.0 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 Park Avenue School and South Street School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Danbury and Danbury in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Park Avenue School: 562. South Street School: 372. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Park Avenue School and South Street School rank in Connecticut?
Park Avenue School is 397th of 596 and South Street School is 409th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).