Dr. Thomas S. O'Connell School vs Mystic River Magnet School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 66 km 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
Mystic River Magnet School
Mystic · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
520 students
| Measure | Dr. Thomas S. O'Connell School East Hartford, Connecticut | Mystic River Magnet School Mystic, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #399 of 596 | #432 of 596 |
| National rank | #24119 of 50,301 | #27310 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 519 | 520 |
| Enrollment | 519 | 520 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.6% | 81.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.0 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | – |
| Math proficiency | 43% | – |
| city | East Hartford | Mystic |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dr. Thomas S. O'Connell School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.5 vs 46.8).
- •Dr. Thomas S. O'Connell School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.6% vs 81.3%).
- •Mystic River Magnet School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 13.0).
- •Mystic River Magnet School is the larger school with 520 students compared with 519.
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 Mystic River Magnet School?
On the Success Index (US), Dr. Thomas S. O'Connell School ranks higher (51.5 vs 46.8 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 Mystic River Magnet School?
About 66 km in a straight line, between East Hartford and Mystic in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Thomas S. O'Connell School: 519. Mystic River Magnet School: 520. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Thomas S. O'Connell School and Mystic River Magnet School rank in Connecticut?
Dr. Thomas S. O'Connell School is 399th of 596 and Mystic River Magnet School is 432nd of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).