Frank T. Wheeler School vs Veterans Park Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 70 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frank T. Wheeler School
Plainville · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
262 students
Veterans Park Elementary School
Ridgefield · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
262 students
| Measure | Frank T. Wheeler School Plainville, Connecticut | Veterans Park Elementary School Ridgefield, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #276 of 596 | #106 of 596 |
| National rank | #11309 of 50,301 | #1484 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 262 | 262 |
| Enrollment | 262 | 262 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.9% | 12.2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 77% |
| city | Plainville | Ridgefield |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Veterans Park Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.5 vs 70.0).
- •Veterans Park Elementary School does better on math proficiency (77% vs 52%).
- •Veterans Park Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 67%).
- •Veterans Park Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.2% vs 46.9%).
- •Frank T. Wheeler School does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 14.6).
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 Frank T. Wheeler School better than Veterans Park Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Veterans Park Elementary School ranks higher (87.5 vs 70.0 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 Frank T. Wheeler School and Veterans Park Elementary School?
About 70 km in a straight line, between Plainville and Ridgefield in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frank T. Wheeler School: 262. Veterans Park Elementary School: 262. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frank T. Wheeler School and Veterans Park Elementary School rank in Connecticut?
Frank T. Wheeler School is 276th of 596 and Veterans Park Elementary School is 106th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).