Flanders School vs Western School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 73 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Flanders School
East Lyme · Public elementary · Grades K–4
242 students
Western School
Naugatuck · Public elementary · Grades K–4
242 students
| Measure | Flanders School East Lyme, Connecticut | Western School Naugatuck, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 89 Top 5% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #75 of 596 | #341 of 596 |
| National rank | #911 of 50,301 | #17830 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 242 | 242 |
| Enrollment | 242 | 242 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.9% | 58.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 67% |
| city | East Lyme | Naugatuck |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Flanders School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (89.4 vs 60.6).
- •Flanders School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 67%).
- •Flanders School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 52%).
- •Flanders School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.9% vs 58.7%).
- •Flanders School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 15.1).
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 Flanders School better than Western School?
On the Success Index (US), Flanders School ranks higher (89.4 vs 60.6 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 Flanders School and Western School?
About 73 km in a straight line, between East Lyme and Naugatuck in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Flanders School: 242. Western School: 242. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Flanders School and Western School rank in Connecticut?
Flanders School is 75th of 596 and Western School is 341st of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).