Hawley Elementary School vs Middle Gate Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 5.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hawley Elementary School
Newtown · Public elementary · Grades K–4
281 students
Middle Gate Elementary School
Newtown · Public elementary · Grades K–4
397 students
| Measure | Hawley Elementary School Newtown, Connecticut | Middle Gate Elementary School Newtown, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 88 Top 5% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #97 of 596 | #94 of 596 |
| National rank | #1239 of 50,301 | #1190 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 281 | 397 |
| Enrollment | 281 | 397 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.9% | 11.6% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 72% |
| city | Newtown | Newtown |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (88.2 vs 88.4).
- •Middle Gate Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.6% vs 13.9%).
- •Hawley Elementary School does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 11.3).
- •Middle Gate Elementary School is the larger school with 397 students compared with 281.
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 Hawley Elementary School better than Middle Gate Elementary 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 Hawley Elementary School and Middle Gate Elementary School?
About 5.9 km in a straight line, between Newtown and Newtown in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hawley Elementary School: 281. Middle Gate Elementary School: 397. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hawley Elementary School and Middle Gate Elementary School rank in Connecticut?
Hawley Elementary School is 97th of 596 and Middle Gate Elementary School is 94th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).