Eli Whitney School vs Nichols School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eli Whitney School
Stratford · Public elementary · Grades K–6
462 students
Nichols School
Stratford · Public elementary · Grades K–6
418 students
| Measure | Eli Whitney School Stratford, Connecticut | Nichols School Stratford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #336 of 596 | #473 of 596 |
| National rank | #17496 of 50,301 | #31748 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 462 | 418 |
| Enrollment | 462 | 418 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.8% | 49.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 35% |
| city | Stratford | Stratford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Eli Whitney School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.0 vs 40.3).
- •Eli Whitney School does better on math proficiency (50% vs 35%).
- •Eli Whitney School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 40%).
- •Eli Whitney School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.8% vs 49.8%).
- •Eli Whitney School does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 15.5).
- •Eli Whitney School is the larger school with 462 students compared with 418.
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 Eli Whitney School better than Nichols School?
On the Success Index (US), Eli Whitney School ranks higher (61.0 vs 40.3 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 Eli Whitney School and Nichols School?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Stratford and Stratford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eli Whitney School: 462. Nichols School: 418. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eli Whitney School and Nichols School rank in Connecticut?
Eli Whitney School is 336th of 596 and Nichols School is 473rd of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).