Breakthrough Magnet School South vs Stratfield School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 76 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Breakthrough Magnet School South
Hartford · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
326 students
Stratfield School
Fairfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
326 students
| Measure | Breakthrough Magnet School South Hartford, Connecticut | Stratfield School Fairfield, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #442 of 596 | #103 of 596 |
| National rank | #28369 of 50,301 | #1409 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 326 | 326 |
| Enrollment | 326 | 326 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.2% | 11.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 67% |
| city | Hartford | Fairfield |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Stratfield School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.7 vs 45.3).
- •Stratfield School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 42%).
- •Stratfield School does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 47%).
- •Stratfield School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.3% vs 70.2%).
- •Stratfield School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 13.6).
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 South better than Stratfield School?
On the Success Index (US), Stratfield School ranks higher (87.7 vs 45.3 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 South and Stratfield School?
About 76 km in a straight line, between Hartford and Fairfield in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Breakthrough Magnet School South: 326. Stratfield School: 326. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Breakthrough Magnet School South and Stratfield School rank in Connecticut?
Breakthrough Magnet School South is 442nd of 596 and Stratfield School is 103rd of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).