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Darien School District

#5 in Best School Districts in Connecticut
  • Darien, CT
  • 12 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      C-
    3. Teachers
      A+
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A
    6. Health & Safety
      A-
    7. Administration
      B-
    8. Sports
      A+
    9. Food
      A
    10. Resources & Facilities
      A
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    Darien School District is a top rated, public school district located in Darien, CT. It has 4,801 students in grades PK, K-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 11 to 1. According to state test scores, 82% of students are at least proficient in math and 86% in reading.
    Address
    2 Renshaw Road
    Darien, CT 06820
    Telephone
    (203) 656-7400
    Website
    darienps.org
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    Darien School District Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    86%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    82%
    Average Graduation Rate
    97%
    Average SAT
    1310
    468 responses
    Average ACT
    30
    195 responses
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    Students

    Diversity
    C-
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    4,801
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    2.2%
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    11:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $76,261
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    6.7%

    Finances

    Total Expenses
    $94,686,000
    Expenses Per Student
    $21,897/ student
    National
    $12,239
    Education Expenses
    • Instruction
      69%
    • Support Services
      30%
    • Other
      1%
    Living in the Area
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C-
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      B-
    Median Household Income
    $208,848
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $2,790
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $1,398,600
    National
    $184,700

    Darien School District Reviews

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    Darien High School prepared me very well for my success in college. The academics were tough at the time, however the education I received made my college experience much easier. The athletics was very competitive, but also well known throughout the country. Overall, I had a great experience at DHS and I am so proud to be a wave alum.
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    The Darien School system is great! They have excellent public schools, with limited private schools in the town. The Darien High is the #1 rated in the state, so you can't really go wrong here! Academics are superb and the teachers make sure the students succeed.
    There are a lot of different opportunities for participating students. My favorite part of the town was the music program, which in my opinion, is far better than other schools. The music program dedicates time and resources to students no matter what they play.