A. Ward Spaulding School vs Carrington School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 56 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
A. Ward Spaulding School
Suffield · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
455 students
Carrington School
Waterbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
455 students
| Measure | A. Ward Spaulding School Suffield, Connecticut | Carrington School Waterbury, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #157 of 596 | #468 of 596 |
| National rank | #3547 of 50,301 | #31435 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 455 | 455 |
| Enrollment | 455 | 455 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13% | 70.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 46% |
| Math proficiency | – | 33% |
| city | Suffield | Waterbury |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •A. Ward Spaulding School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.6 vs 40.7).
- •A. Ward Spaulding School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13% vs 70.3%).
- •Carrington School does better on students per teacher (13.4 vs 13.8).
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 A. Ward Spaulding School better than Carrington School?
On the Success Index (US), A. Ward Spaulding School ranks higher (82.6 vs 40.7 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 A. Ward Spaulding School and Carrington School?
About 56 km in a straight line, between Suffield and Waterbury in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A. Ward Spaulding School: 455. Carrington School: 455. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A. Ward Spaulding School and Carrington School rank in Connecticut?
A. Ward Spaulding School is 157th of 596 and Carrington School is 468th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).