Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy vs Natchaug School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy
North Windham · Public elementary · Grades K–8
535 students
Natchaug School
Willimantic · Public elementary · Grades K–5
234 students
| Measure | Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy North Windham, Connecticut | Natchaug School Willimantic, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #291 of 596 | #482 of 596 |
| National rank | #12560 of 50,301 | #33801 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 535 | 234 |
| Enrollment | 535 | 234 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.2% | 72.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 10.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 32% |
| city | North Windham | Willimantic |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.2 vs 37.3).
- •Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy does better on math proficiency (55% vs 32%).
- •Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 37%).
- •Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.2% vs 72.6%).
- •Natchaug School does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 11.4).
- •Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy is the larger school with 535 students compared with 234.
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 Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy better than Natchaug School?
On the Success Index (US), Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy ranks higher (68.2 vs 37.3 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 Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy and Natchaug School?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between North Windham and Willimantic in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy: 535. Natchaug School: 234. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy and Natchaug School rank in Connecticut?
Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy is 291st of 596 and Natchaug School is 482nd of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).