Daniel Hand High School vs J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 420 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Daniel Hand High School
Madison · Public high · Grades 9–12
751 students
J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School
Madison · Public elementary · Grades K–3
407 students
| Measure | Daniel Hand High School Madison, Connecticut | J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School Madison, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 89 Top 5% |
| State rank | #6 of 180 | #80 of 596 |
| National rank | #178 of 16,910 | #1007 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 751 | 407 |
| Enrollment | 751 | 407 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.5% | 3.4% |
| Students per teacher | 9.9 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 77% |
| city | Madison | Madison |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Daniel Hand High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (91.2 vs 89.0).
- •J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •Daniel Hand High School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 72%).
- •J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (3.4% vs 5.5%).
- •Daniel Hand High School does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 12.7).
- •Daniel Hand High School is the larger school with 751 students compared with 407.
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 Daniel Hand High School better than J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Daniel Hand High School ranks higher (91.2 vs 89.0 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 Daniel Hand High School and J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School?
About 420 m in a straight line, between Madison and Madison in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Daniel Hand High School: 751. J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School: 407. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Daniel Hand High School and J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School rank in Connecticut?
Daniel Hand High School is 6th of 180 and J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School is 80th of 596 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).