Gainfield Elementary School vs Ridge Hill School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 31 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gainfield Elementary School
Southbury · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
321 students
Ridge Hill School
Hamden · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
321 students
| Measure | Gainfield Elementary School Southbury, Connecticut | Ridge Hill School Hamden, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #31 of 596 | #403 of 596 |
| National rank | #345 of 50,301 | #24353 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 321 | 321 |
| Enrollment | 321 | 321 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.1% | 46.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 12.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 42% |
| city | Southbury | Hamden |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gainfield Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (92.5 vs 51.2).
- •Gainfield Elementary School does better on math proficiency (82% vs 42%).
- •Gainfield Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 42%).
- •Gainfield Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.1% vs 46.4%).
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 Gainfield Elementary School better than Ridge Hill School?
On the Success Index (US), Gainfield Elementary School ranks higher (92.5 vs 51.2 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 Gainfield Elementary School and Ridge Hill School?
About 31 km in a straight line, between Southbury and Hamden in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gainfield Elementary School: 321. Ridge Hill School: 321. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gainfield Elementary School and Ridge Hill School rank in Connecticut?
Gainfield Elementary School is 31st of 596 and Ridge Hill School is 403rd of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).