Dr. Thomas S. O'Connell School vs Governor William Pitkin School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 950 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. Thomas S. O'Connell School
East Hartford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
519 students
Governor William Pitkin School
East Hartford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
345 students
| Measure | Dr. Thomas S. O'Connell School East Hartford, Connecticut | Governor William Pitkin School East Hartford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #399 of 596 | #369 of 596 |
| National rank | #24119 of 50,301 | #20829 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 519 | 345 |
| Enrollment | 519 | 345 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.6% | 52.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 13.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 37% |
| city | East Hartford | East Hartford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Governor William Pitkin School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.2 vs 51.5).
- •Dr. Thomas S. O'Connell School does better on math proficiency (43% vs 37%).
- •Governor William Pitkin School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 48%).
- •Governor William Pitkin School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.2% vs 57.6%).
- •Dr. Thomas S. O'Connell School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 13.3).
- •Dr. Thomas S. O'Connell School is the larger school with 519 students compared with 345.
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. Thomas S. O'Connell School better than Governor William Pitkin School?
On the Success Index (US), Governor William Pitkin School ranks higher (56.2 vs 51.5 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. Thomas S. O'Connell School and Governor William Pitkin School?
About 950 m in a straight line, between East Hartford and East Hartford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Thomas S. O'Connell School: 519. Governor William Pitkin School: 345. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Thomas S. O'Connell School and Governor William Pitkin School rank in Connecticut?
Dr. Thomas S. O'Connell School is 399th of 596 and Governor William Pitkin School is 369th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).