Discovery Academy vs Emerson-Williams School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Discovery Academy
Wethersfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
522 students
Emerson-Williams School
Wethersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
408 students
| Measure | Discovery Academy Wethersfield, Connecticut | Emerson-Williams School Wethersfield, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #346 of 596 | #286 of 596 |
| National rank | #18451 of 50,301 | #12059 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 522 | 408 |
| Enrollment | 522 | 408 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.2% | 23% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 51% |
| city | Wethersfield | Wethersfield |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Emerson-Williams School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.9 vs 59.6).
- •Discovery Academy does better on math proficiency (52% vs 51%).
- •Emerson-Williams School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •Emerson-Williams School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23% vs 54.2%).
- •Discovery Academy is the larger school with 522 students compared with 408.
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 Discovery Academy better than Emerson-Williams School?
On the Success Index (US), Emerson-Williams School ranks higher (68.9 vs 59.6 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 Discovery Academy and Emerson-Williams School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Wethersfield and Wethersfield in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Discovery Academy: 522. Emerson-Williams School: 408. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Discovery Academy and Emerson-Williams School rank in Connecticut?
Discovery Academy is 346th of 596 and Emerson-Williams School is 286th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).