Aiken School vs University of Hartford Magnet School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aiken School
West Hartford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
408 students
University of Hartford Magnet School
West Hartford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
477 students
| Measure | Aiken School West Hartford, Connecticut | University of Hartford Magnet School West Hartford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #147 of 596 | #441 of 596 |
| National rank | #3254 of 50,301 | #28209 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 408 | 477 |
| Enrollment | 408 | 477 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.7% | 62.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 37% |
| city | West Hartford | West Hartford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Aiken School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.2 vs 45.6).
- •Aiken School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 37%).
- •Aiken School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 47%).
- •Aiken School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.7% vs 62.3%).
- •Aiken School does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 13.3).
- •University of Hartford Magnet School is the larger school with 477 students compared with 408.
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 Aiken School better than University of Hartford Magnet School?
On the Success Index (US), Aiken School ranks higher (83.2 vs 45.6 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 Aiken School and University of Hartford Magnet School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between West Hartford and West Hartford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aiken School: 408. University of Hartford Magnet School: 477. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aiken School and University of Hartford Magnet School rank in Connecticut?
Aiken School is 147th of 596 and University of Hartford Magnet School is 441st of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).