Franklin School vs Nichols School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin School
Stratford · Public elementary · Grades K–6
246 students
Nichols School
Stratford · Public elementary · Grades K–6
418 students
| Measure | Franklin School Stratford, Connecticut | Nichols School Stratford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #429 of 596 | #473 of 596 |
| National rank | #27291 of 50,301 | #31748 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 246 | 418 |
| Enrollment | 246 | 418 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61% | 49.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 35% |
| city | Stratford | Stratford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.8 vs 40.3).
- •Franklin School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Franklin School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 40%).
- •Nichols School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.8% vs 61%).
- •Franklin School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 15.5).
- •Nichols School is the larger school with 418 students compared with 246.
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 Franklin School better than Nichols School?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin School ranks higher (46.8 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 Franklin School and Nichols School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Stratford and Stratford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin School: 246. Nichols School: 418. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin School and Nichols School rank in Connecticut?
Franklin School is 429th of 596 and Nichols School is 473rd of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).