Guilford Lakes School vs Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 5.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Guilford Lakes School
Guilford · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
369 students
Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School
Madison · Public elementary · Grades K–3
314 students
| Measure | Guilford Lakes School Guilford, Connecticut | Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School Madison, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 93 Top 5% | 95 Top 5% |
| State rank | #26 of 596 | #11 of 596 |
| National rank | #299 of 50,301 | #76 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 369 | 314 |
| Enrollment | 369 | 314 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.3% | 1.9% |
| Students per teacher | 11.9 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 82% |
| city | Guilford | Madison |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (95.3 vs 92.9).
- •Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 82%).
- •Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (1.9% vs 13.3%).
- •Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 11.9).
- •Guilford Lakes School is the larger school with 369 students compared with 314.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Guilford Lakes School better than Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School ranks higher (95.3 vs 92.9 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 Guilford Lakes School and Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School?
About 5.4 km in a straight line, between Guilford and Madison in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Guilford Lakes School: 369. Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School: 314. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Guilford Lakes School and Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School rank in Connecticut?
Guilford Lakes School is 26th of 596 and Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School is 11th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).