Breakthrough Magnet School North vs Salisbury Central School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 65 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Breakthrough Magnet School North
Hartford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
289 students
Salisbury Central School
Lakeville · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
288 students
| Measure | Breakthrough Magnet School North Hartford, Connecticut | Salisbury Central School Lakeville, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #480 of 596 | #112 of 596 |
| National rank | #33339 of 50,301 | #1688 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 289 | 288 |
| Enrollment | 289 | 288 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.8% | 22.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 8.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 62% |
| city | Hartford | Lakeville |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salisbury Central School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.9 vs 37.9).
- •Salisbury Central School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 37%).
- •Salisbury Central School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 32%).
- •Salisbury Central School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.9% vs 67.8%).
- •Salisbury Central School does better on students per teacher (8.2 vs 12.0).
- •Breakthrough Magnet School North is the larger school with 289 students compared with 288.
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 Breakthrough Magnet School North better than Salisbury Central School?
On the Success Index (US), Salisbury Central School ranks higher (86.9 vs 37.9 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 Breakthrough Magnet School North and Salisbury Central School?
About 65 km in a straight line, between Hartford and Lakeville in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Breakthrough Magnet School North: 289. Salisbury Central School: 288. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Breakthrough Magnet School North and Salisbury Central School rank in Connecticut?
Breakthrough Magnet School North is 480th of 596 and Salisbury Central School is 112th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).