Dr. Charles E. Murphy School vs Salem Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 7.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. Charles E. Murphy School
Oakdale · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
296 students
Salem Elementary School
Salem · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
389 students
| Measure | Dr. Charles E. Murphy School Oakdale, Connecticut | Salem Elementary School Salem, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #215 of 596 | #104 of 596 |
| National rank | #6078 of 50,301 | #1445 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 296 | 389 |
| Enrollment | 296 | 389 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.5% | 23.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 71% |
| city | Oakdale | Salem |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salem Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.6 vs 78.1).
- •Salem Elementary School does better on math proficiency (71% vs 67%).
- •Salem Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 67%).
- •Salem Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.9% vs 40.5%).
- •Salem Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 11.8).
- •Salem Elementary School is the larger school with 389 students compared with 296.
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 Dr. Charles E. Murphy School better than Salem Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Salem Elementary School ranks higher (87.6 vs 78.1 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 Dr. Charles E. Murphy School and Salem Elementary School?
About 7.9 km in a straight line, between Oakdale and Salem in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Charles E. Murphy School: 296. Salem Elementary School: 389. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Charles E. Murphy School and Salem Elementary School rank in Connecticut?
Dr. Charles E. Murphy School is 215th of 596 and Salem Elementary School is 104th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).