Explorations vs Pearson School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 807 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Explorations
Winsted · Charter high · Grades 9–12
77 students
Pearson School
Winsted · Public elementary · Grades 2–6
318 students
| Measure | Explorations Winsted, Connecticut | Pearson School Winsted, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #145 of 180 | #355 of 596 |
| National rank | #12448 of 16,910 | #19667 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 2–6 |
| Students | 77 | 318 |
| Enrollment | 77 | 318 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.4% | 62.6% |
| Students per teacher | 9.6 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 49.5% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 55% |
| city | Winsted | Winsted |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pearson School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.9 vs 33.9).
- •Pearson School does better on math proficiency (55% vs 10%).
- •Pearson School does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 49.5%).
- •Explorations does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.4% vs 62.6%).
- •Explorations does better on students per teacher (9.6 vs 12.2).
- •Pearson School is the larger school with 318 students compared with 77.
- •Explorations is a charter school while Pearson School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Explorations better than Pearson School?
On the Success Index (US), Pearson School ranks higher (57.9 vs 33.9 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 Explorations and Pearson School?
About 807 m in a straight line, between Winsted and Winsted in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Explorations: 77. Pearson School: 318. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Explorations and Pearson School rank in Connecticut?
Explorations is 145th of 180 and Pearson School is 355th of 596 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).