Julia A. Stark School vs K. T. Murphy School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Julia A. Stark School
Stamford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
553 students
K. T. Murphy School
Stamford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
390 students
| Measure | Julia A. Stark School Stamford, Connecticut | K. T. Murphy School Stamford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #435 of 596 | #470 of 596 |
| National rank | #27763 of 50,301 | #31461 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 553 | 390 |
| Enrollment | 553 | 390 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.5% | 70% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 39% |
| city | Stamford | Stamford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Julia A. Stark School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.2 vs 40.7).
- •Julia A. Stark School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 39%).
- •Julia A. Stark School does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 39%).
- •Julia A. Stark School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.5% vs 70%).
- •K. T. Murphy School does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 13.8).
- •Julia A. Stark School is the larger school with 553 students compared with 390.
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 Julia A. Stark School better than K. T. Murphy School?
On the Success Index (US), Julia A. Stark School ranks higher (46.2 vs 40.7 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 Julia A. Stark School and K. T. Murphy School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Stamford and Stamford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Julia A. Stark School: 553. K. T. Murphy School: 390. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Julia A. Stark School and K. T. Murphy School rank in Connecticut?
Julia A. Stark School is 435th of 596 and K. T. Murphy School is 470th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).