Chaplin Elementary School vs Dominick H. Ferrara School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 78 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chaplin Elementary School
Chaplin · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
150 students
Dominick H. Ferrara School
East Haven · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
153 students
| Measure | Chaplin Elementary School Chaplin, Connecticut | Dominick H. Ferrara School East Haven, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #246 of 596 | #447 of 596 |
| National rank | #8436 of 50,301 | #28723 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 150 | 153 |
| Enrollment | 150 | 153 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.7% | 63.4% |
| Students per teacher | 7.9 | 11.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 47% |
| city | Chaplin | East Haven |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chaplin Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.2 vs 44.8).
- •Chaplin Elementary School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 47%).
- •Chaplin Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 37%).
- •Chaplin Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.7% vs 63.4%).
- •Chaplin Elementary School does better on students per teacher (7.9 vs 11.8).
- •Dominick H. Ferrara School is the larger school with 153 students compared with 150.
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 Chaplin Elementary School better than Dominick H. Ferrara School?
On the Success Index (US), Chaplin Elementary School ranks higher (74.2 vs 44.8 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 Chaplin Elementary School and Dominick H. Ferrara School?
About 78 km in a straight line, between Chaplin and East Haven in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chaplin Elementary School: 150. Dominick H. Ferrara School: 153. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chaplin Elementary School and Dominick H. Ferrara School rank in Connecticut?
Chaplin Elementary School is 246th of 596 and Dominick H. Ferrara School is 447th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).