Essex Elementary School vs Long Hill School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 57 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Essex Elementary School
Centerbrook · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
307 students
Long Hill School
Shelton · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
307 students
| Measure | Essex Elementary School Centerbrook, Connecticut | Long Hill School Shelton, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 90 Top 5% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #59 of 596 | #225 of 596 |
| National rank | #751 of 50,301 | #6893 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 307 | 307 |
| Enrollment | 307 | 307 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.2% | 43% |
| Students per teacher | – | 10.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 62% |
| city | Centerbrook | Shelton |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Essex Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.1 vs 76.7).
- •Essex Elementary School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 62%).
- •Essex Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 67%).
- •Essex Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.2% vs 43%).
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 Essex Elementary School better than Long Hill School?
On the Success Index (US), Essex Elementary School ranks higher (90.1 vs 76.7 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 Essex Elementary School and Long Hill School?
About 57 km in a straight line, between Centerbrook and Shelton in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Essex Elementary School: 307. Long Hill School: 307. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Essex Elementary School and Long Hill School rank in Connecticut?
Essex Elementary School is 59th of 596 and Long Hill School is 225th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).