Global Communications Academy vs Holmes Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Global Communications Academy
Hartford · Public elementary · Grades K–8
414 students
Holmes Elementary School
New Britian · Public elementary · Grades K–5
414 students
| Measure | Global Communications Academy Hartford, Connecticut | Holmes Elementary School New Britian, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #575 of 596 | #503 of 596 |
| National rank | #46277 of 50,301 | #37673 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 414 | 414 |
| Enrollment | 414 | 414 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.6% | 66.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 12.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 19% |
| city | Hartford | New Britian |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Holmes Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.3 vs 17.6).
- •Holmes Elementary School does better on math proficiency (19% vs 10%).
- •Holmes Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 23%).
- •Holmes Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.4% vs 90.6%).
- •Holmes Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.5 vs 13.4).
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 Global Communications Academy better than Holmes Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Holmes Elementary School ranks higher (31.3 vs 17.6 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 Global Communications Academy and Holmes Elementary School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Hartford and New Britian in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Global Communications Academy: 414. Holmes Elementary School: 414. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Global Communications Academy and Holmes Elementary School rank in Connecticut?
Global Communications Academy is 575th of 596 and Holmes Elementary School is 503rd of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).