Barack H. Obama Magnet University School vs Beecher School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 425 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barack H. Obama Magnet University School
New Haven · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
343 students
Beecher School
New Haven · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
462 students
| Measure | Barack H. Obama Magnet University School New Haven, Connecticut | Beecher School New Haven, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #516 of 596 | #511 of 596 |
| National rank | #39175 of 50,301 | #38735 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 343 | 462 |
| Enrollment | 343 | 462 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.3% | 79.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 17.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 29% |
| city | New Haven | New Haven |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (29.0 vs 29.7).
- •Beecher School does better on math proficiency (29% vs 22%).
- •Beecher School does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 32%).
- •Barack H. Obama Magnet University School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.3% vs 79.7%).
- •Barack H. Obama Magnet University School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 17.1).
- •Beecher School is the larger school with 462 students compared with 343.
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 Barack H. Obama Magnet University School better than Beecher School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Barack H. Obama Magnet University School and Beecher School?
About 425 m in a straight line, between New Haven and New Haven in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barack H. Obama Magnet University School: 343. Beecher School: 462. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barack H. Obama Magnet University School and Beecher School rank in Connecticut?
Barack H. Obama Magnet University School is 516th of 596 and Beecher School is 511th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).