Bugbee School vs Cos Cob School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 108 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bugbee School
West Hartford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
343 students
Cos Cob School
Cos Cob · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
343 students
| Measure | Bugbee School West Hartford, Connecticut | Cos Cob School Cos Cob, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #52 of 596 | #74 of 596 |
| National rank | #584 of 50,301 | #908 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 343 | 343 |
| Enrollment | 343 | 343 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.7% | 16% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 10.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 74% |
| city | West Hartford | Cos Cob |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bugbee School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (91.0 vs 89.4).
- •Bugbee School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 74%).
- •Bugbee School does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 72%).
- •Bugbee School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.7% vs 16%).
- •Cos Cob School does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 12.3).
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 Bugbee School better than Cos Cob School?
On the Success Index (US), Bugbee School ranks higher (91.0 vs 89.4 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 Bugbee School and Cos Cob School?
About 108 km in a straight line, between West Hartford and Cos Cob in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bugbee School: 343. Cos Cob School: 343. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bugbee School and Cos Cob School rank in Connecticut?
Bugbee School is 52nd of 596 and Cos Cob School is 74th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).