Irving School vs Sunnyside School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 4.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Irving School
Derby · Public elementary · Grades K–5
322 students
Sunnyside School
Shelton · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
229 students
| Measure | Irving School Derby, Connecticut | Sunnyside School Shelton, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #452 of 596 | #289 of 596 |
| National rank | #29463 of 50,301 | #12466 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 322 | 229 |
| Enrollment | 322 | 229 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.9% | 51.1% |
| Students per teacher | 9.2 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 67% |
| city | Derby | Shelton |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sunnyside School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.4 vs 43.7).
- •Sunnyside School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 37%).
- •Sunnyside School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 37%).
- •Sunnyside School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.1% vs 64.9%).
- •Irving School does better on students per teacher (9.2 vs 16.4).
- •Irving School is the larger school with 322 students compared with 229.
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 Irving School better than Sunnyside School?
On the Success Index (US), Sunnyside School ranks higher (68.4 vs 43.7 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 Irving School and Sunnyside School?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Derby and Shelton in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Irving School: 322. Sunnyside School: 229. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Irving School and Sunnyside School rank in Connecticut?
Irving School is 452nd of 596 and Sunnyside School is 289th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).