Great Plain School vs Live Oaks School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 42 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Great Plain School
Danbury · Public elementary · Grades K–5
271 students
Live Oaks School
Milford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
272 students
| Measure | Great Plain School Danbury, Connecticut | Live Oaks School Milford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #203 of 596 | #201 of 596 |
| National rank | #5420 of 50,301 | #5371 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 271 | 272 |
| Enrollment | 271 | 272 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.8% | 30.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 62% |
| city | Danbury | Milford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (79.2 vs 79.3).
- •Great Plain School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •Great Plain School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 67%).
- •Live Oaks School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.5% vs 42.8%).
- •Live Oaks School does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 12.9).
- •Live Oaks School is the larger school with 272 students compared with 271.
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 Great Plain School better than Live Oaks 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 Great Plain School and Live Oaks School?
About 42 km in a straight line, between Danbury and Milford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Great Plain School: 271. Live Oaks School: 272. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Great Plain School and Live Oaks School rank in Connecticut?
Great Plain School is 203rd of 596 and Live Oaks School is 201st of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).