Dolan School vs Holmes Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 965 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dolan School
Stamford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
577 students
Holmes Elementary School
Darien · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
407 students
| Measure | Dolan School Stamford, Connecticut | Holmes Elementary School Darien, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 92 Top 5% |
| State rank | #136 of 178 | #34 of 596 |
| National rank | #7847 of 15,369 | #373 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 577 | 407 |
| Enrollment | 577 | 407 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.3% | 0.7% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 85% |
| city | Stamford | Darien |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Holmes Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (92.3 vs 49.0).
- •Holmes Elementary School does better on math proficiency (85% vs 36%).
- •Holmes Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 46%).
- •Holmes Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (0.7% vs 59.3%).
- •Dolan School does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 14.0).
- •Dolan School is the larger school with 577 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 Dolan School better than Holmes Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Holmes Elementary School ranks higher (92.3 vs 49.0 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 Dolan School and Holmes Elementary School?
About 965 m in a straight line, between Stamford and Darien in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dolan School: 577. Holmes Elementary School: 407. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dolan School and Holmes Elementary School rank in Connecticut?
Dolan School is 136th of 178 and Holmes Elementary School is 34th of 596 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).