Cider Mill School vs Hurlbutt Elementary 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.
Cider Mill School
Wilton · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
831 students
Hurlbutt Elementary School
Weston · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
443 students
| Measure | Cider Mill School Wilton, Connecticut | Hurlbutt Elementary School Weston, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 92 Top 5% |
| State rank | #45 of 596 | #40 of 596 |
| National rank | #512 of 50,301 | #466 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–5 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 831 | 443 |
| Enrollment | 831 | 443 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.1% | 1.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | – |
| Math proficiency | 73% | – |
| city | Wilton | Weston |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (91.3 vs 91.6).
- •Hurlbutt Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (1.4% vs 5.1%).
- •Cider Mill School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 12.3).
- •Cider Mill School is the larger school with 831 students compared with 443.
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 Cider Mill School better than Hurlbutt Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Cider Mill School and Hurlbutt Elementary School?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Wilton and Weston in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cider Mill School: 831. Hurlbutt Elementary School: 443. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cider Mill School and Hurlbutt Elementary School rank in Connecticut?
Cider Mill School is 45th of 596 and Hurlbutt Elementary School is 40th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).