Chester Elementary School vs Rawson School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 48 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chester Elementary School
Chester · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
198 students
Rawson School
Hartford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
198 students
| Measure | Chester Elementary School Chester, Connecticut | Rawson School Hartford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 88 Top 5% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #91 of 596 | #563 of 596 |
| National rank | #1168 of 50,301 | #45317 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 198 | 198 |
| Enrollment | 198 | 198 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28.3% | 87.9% |
| Students per teacher | – | 9.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 12% |
| city | Chester | Hartford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chester Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (88.4 vs 19.3).
- •Chester Elementary School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 12%).
- •Chester Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 17%).
- •Chester Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.3% vs 87.9%).
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 Chester Elementary School better than Rawson School?
On the Success Index (US), Chester Elementary School ranks higher (88.4 vs 19.3 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 Chester Elementary School and Rawson School?
About 48 km in a straight line, between Chester and Hartford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chester Elementary School: 198. Rawson School: 198. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chester Elementary School and Rawson School rank in Connecticut?
Chester Elementary School is 91st of 596 and Rawson School is 563rd of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).