Jerome Harrison School vs Mary R. Tisko School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 5.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jerome Harrison School
North Branford · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
385 students
Mary R. Tisko School
Branford · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
365 students
| Measure | Jerome Harrison School North Branford, Connecticut | Mary R. Tisko School Branford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 80 Top 25% |
| State rank | #175 of 596 | #195 of 596 |
| National rank | #4367 of 50,301 | #5090 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 385 | 365 |
| Enrollment | 385 | 365 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.9% | 17.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 12.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 57% |
| Math proficiency | – | 72% |
| city | North Branford | Branford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jerome Harrison School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.1 vs 79.8).
- •Mary R. Tisko School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.8% vs 24.9%).
- •Mary R. Tisko School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 12.8).
- •Jerome Harrison School is the larger school with 385 students compared with 365.
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 Jerome Harrison School better than Mary R. Tisko School?
On the Success Index (US), Jerome Harrison School ranks higher (81.1 vs 79.8 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 Jerome Harrison School and Mary R. Tisko School?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between North Branford and Branford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jerome Harrison School: 385. Mary R. Tisko School: 365. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jerome Harrison School and Mary R. Tisko School rank in Connecticut?
Jerome Harrison School is 175th of 596 and Mary R. Tisko School is 195th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).