Global Communications Academy vs SAND School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 683 m 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
SAND School
Hartford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
266 students
| Measure | Global Communications Academy Hartford, Connecticut | SAND School Hartford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #575 of 596 | #582 of 596 |
| National rank | #46277 of 50,301 | #47091 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 414 | 266 |
| Enrollment | 414 | 266 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.6% | 89.1% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 12% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 4% |
| city | Hartford | Hartford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Global Communications Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.6 vs 16.1).
- •Global Communications Academy does better on math proficiency (10% vs 4%).
- •Global Communications Academy does better on reading proficiency (23% vs 12%).
- •SAND School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.1% vs 90.6%).
- •SAND School does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 13.4).
- •Global Communications Academy is the larger school with 414 students compared with 266.
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 SAND School?
On the Success Index (US), Global Communications Academy ranks higher (17.6 vs 16.1 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 SAND School?
About 683 m in a straight line, between Hartford and Hartford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Global Communications Academy: 414. SAND School: 266. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Global Communications Academy and SAND School rank in Connecticut?
Global Communications Academy is 575th of 596 and SAND School is 582nd of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).