SHELTER ROCK SCHOOL

Shelter Rock School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Danbury School District school district, located in Danbury, CT with about 544 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 35 teachers, Shelter Rock School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Shelter Rock School, located at 2 Crows Nest Road in Danbury, Connecticut, is a public elementary school serving students in the Danbury Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that focuses on both academic excellence and the social-emotional development of its students. As part of a diverse and growing district, Shelter Rock emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare children for future academic success while encouraging community engagement and civic responsibility.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Shelter Rock School promotes a culture of collaboration among students, teachers, and families. The school utilizes various resources and extracurricular programs to cater to the diverse needs of its student body, ensuring that each child has the opportunity to thrive. With a focus on creating a safe and welcoming atmosphere, the school acts as a cornerstone for its local neighborhood, striving to build a strong foundation for lifelong learning through dedicated instruction and active parent-teacher involvement.

For more information, contact Shelter Rock School at (203) 797-4777 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2 Crows Nest Rd.
Danbury, CT 06810-7056
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SHELTER ROCK SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Danbury, CT with about 544 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Connecticut

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
544
Teachers:
35.07
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 544 students

Hispanic/Latino
47.8%
White
34.2%
Asian
9.4%
Black or African American
6.3%
Two or more races
2.4%

Female
48.5%
Male
51.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.