Central School vs Tariffville School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central School
Simsbury · Public elementary · Grades K–6
393 students
Tariffville School
Tariffville · Public elementary · Grades K–6
236 students
| Measure | Central School Simsbury, Connecticut | Tariffville School Tariffville, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #48 of 596 | #177 of 596 |
| National rank | #536 of 50,301 | #4455 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 393 | 236 |
| Enrollment | 393 | 236 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 14.5% | 32.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 67% |
| city | Simsbury | Tariffville |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (91.2 vs 81.0).
- •Central School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 67%).
- •Central School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 72%).
- •Central School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.5% vs 32.6%).
- •Tariffville School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 12.7).
- •Central School is the larger school with 393 students compared with 236.
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 Tariffville School?
On the Success Index (US), Central School ranks higher (91.2 vs 81.0 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 Tariffville School?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Simsbury and Tariffville in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central School: 393. Tariffville School: 236. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central School and Tariffville School rank in Connecticut?
Central School is 48th of 596 and Tariffville School is 177th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).