Discovery Academy vs John C. Daniels
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 51 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
John C. Daniels
New Haven · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
522 students
| Measure | Discovery Academy Wethersfield, Connecticut | John C. Daniels New Haven, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #346 of 596 | #506 of 596 |
| National rank | #18451 of 50,301 | #37881 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 522 | 522 |
| Enrollment | 522 | 522 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.2% | 72.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 19% |
| city | Wethersfield | New Haven |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Discovery Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.6 vs 31.0).
- •Discovery Academy does better on math proficiency (52% vs 19%).
- •Discovery Academy does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 40%).
- •Discovery Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.2% vs 72.2%).
- •John C. Daniels does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 14.1).
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 John C. Daniels?
On the Success Index (US), Discovery Academy ranks higher (59.6 vs 31.0 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 Discovery Academy and John C. Daniels?
About 51 km in a straight line, between Wethersfield and New Haven in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Discovery Academy: 522. John C. Daniels: 522. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Discovery Academy and John C. Daniels rank in Connecticut?
Discovery Academy is 346th of 596 and John C. Daniels is 506th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).