Benjamin Franklin School vs West District School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 23 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Franklin School
Meriden · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
357 students
West District School
Unionville · Public elementary · Grades K–4
357 students
| Measure | Benjamin Franklin School Meriden, Connecticut | West District School Unionville, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #415 of 596 | #23 of 596 |
| National rank | #25934 of 50,301 | #246 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 357 | 357 |
| Enrollment | 357 | 357 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.6% | 16.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 87% |
| city | Meriden | Unionville |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West District School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (93.4 vs 48.8).
- •West District School does better on math proficiency (87% vs 42%).
- •West District School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 57%).
- •West District School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.5% vs 68.6%).
- •West District School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 14.9).
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 Benjamin Franklin School better than West District School?
On the Success Index (US), West District School ranks higher (93.4 vs 48.8 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 Benjamin Franklin School and West District School?
About 23 km in a straight line, between Meriden and Unionville in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Franklin School: 357. West District School: 357. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Franklin School and West District School rank in Connecticut?
Benjamin Franklin School is 415th of 596 and West District School is 23rd of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).