Central School vs Henry James Memorial School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 949 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central School
Simsbury · Public elementary · Grades K–6
393 students
Henry James Memorial School
Simsbury · Public middle · Grades 7–8
685 students
| Measure | Central School Simsbury, Connecticut | Henry James Memorial School Simsbury, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 90 Top 5% |
| State rank | #48 of 596 | #24 of 178 |
| National rank | #536 of 50,301 | #318 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 393 | 685 |
| Enrollment | 393 | 685 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 14.5% | 17.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 70% |
| city | Simsbury | Simsbury |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (91.2 vs 89.5).
- •Central School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 70%).
- •Central School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 83%).
- •Central School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.5% vs 17.1%).
- •Henry James Memorial School is the larger school with 685 students compared with 393.
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 Central School better than Henry James Memorial School?
On the Success Index (US), Central School ranks higher (91.2 vs 89.5 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 Central School and Henry James Memorial School?
About 949 m in a straight line, between Simsbury and Simsbury in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central School: 393. Henry James Memorial School: 685. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central School and Henry James Memorial School rank in Connecticut?
Central School is 48th of 596 and Henry James Memorial School is 24th of 178 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).