Global Communications Academy vs Wish Museum School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 981 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
Wish Museum School
Hartford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
297 students
| Measure | Global Communications Academy Hartford, Connecticut | Wish Museum School Hartford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #575 of 596 | #577 of 596 |
| National rank | #46277 of 50,301 | #46575 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 414 | 297 |
| Enrollment | 414 | 297 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.6% | 87.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.4 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 9% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 3% |
| city | Hartford | Hartford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (17.6 vs 17.1).
- •Global Communications Academy does better on math proficiency (10% vs 3%).
- •Global Communications Academy does better on reading proficiency (23% vs 9%).
- •Wish Museum School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.2% vs 90.6%).
- •Wish Museum School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 13.4).
- •Global Communications Academy is the larger school with 414 students compared with 297.
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 Wish Museum School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Global Communications Academy and Wish Museum School?
About 981 m in a straight line, between Hartford and Hartford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Global Communications Academy: 414. Wish Museum School: 297. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Global Communications Academy and Wish Museum School rank in Connecticut?
Global Communications Academy is 575th of 596 and Wish Museum School is 577th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).