Rogers Park Middle School (2026 List)

About Rogers Park Middle School

Rogers Park Middle School is 21 Memorial Drive in the Rogers Park area. This school is for kids in grades 6 to 8. There are 1,023 students in total. The student–teacher ratio is 12:1. Math proficiency is 12%. Reading proficiency is 27%. The gender mix is 49% female and 51% male. This school has a lively and helpful atmosphere that reflects the diversity of the city. The campus is welcoming to everyone and puts the health and happiness of students first. It also encourages personal growth. Staff members are committed to making sure that all students can learn in a safe and respectful environment. Students and teachers are encouraged to respect each other and be part of the school community. Teachers work hard to make the classroom a fun place where different points of view are welcome and hard work is praised. The main goal of the atmosphere is still to make every student feel like they belong. Prices for homes in the area usually range from $350,000 to $600,000. Families often talk about how helpful the guidance department is and how dedicated they are to safety. This school wants to be one ofthe best middle schools in Connecticut.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 12%

Reading 27%

State average proficiency is 12% in Math and 27% in Reading.

82

Full-time Teachers

11 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

878

Total Students

$49860

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 18.34%

Asian 2.62%

Hispanic 70.27%

Black 6.61%

Two+ Races 2.05%

Native Am. 0.11%

White

18.34%

Asian

2.62%

Hispanic

70.27%

Black

6.61%

Two+ Races

2.05%

Native Am.

0.11%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 878

47.38%

416 Female

52.62%

462 Male

Student Population

878 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 11 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

292 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Rogers Park Middle School Contact Information

Address

21 Memorial Dr., Danbury, CT, 06810

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Phone

(203) 797-4881

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Website

http://sites.google.com/a/danbury.k12.ct.us/rpms/

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:40 AM – 2:25 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:25 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

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Latest News

Rogers Park Middle School reported a 20% increase in academic proficiency scores for the 2025-2026 school year following the launch of its "Success for All" initiative. Rogers Park Middle School was honored as a Danbury "School of Excellence" for its commitment to inclusive education and student diversity. Rogers Park Middle School opened a state-of-the-art Science and Innovation lab in early 2026 funded by local community grants.

FAQ

Q1. Is there a wellness center at Rogers Park Middle School?

Ans. A student wellness center is a place where students can get help and resources for their physical and mental health during the school day.

Q2. Does Rogers Park Middle School have art classes?

Ans. The school offers a number of workshops in the visual and performing arts to help students improve their creative skills and talents.

Q3. Is there a science fair at Rogers Park Middle School?

Ans. Students can show off their scientific questions and experiments to their classmates, teachers, and the community at an annual science fair.

Q4. What kinds of help are available at Rogers Park Middle School?

Ans. Students can get help from professional guidance counselors with setting academic goals, improving social skills, and planning the transition to high school.

Q5. Does Rogers Park Middle School have sports teams that play against each other?

Ans. The school has a number of intramural sports programs that stress having fun, getting involved, and developing healthy habits for physical activity.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

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SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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