MacDonough School vs Spencer School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
MacDonough School
Middletown · Public elementary · Grades K–5
218 students
Spencer School
Middletown · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
237 students
| Measure | MacDonough School Middletown, Connecticut | Spencer School Middletown, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #430 of 596 | #461 of 596 |
| National rank | #27304 of 50,301 | #30331 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 218 | 237 |
| Enrollment | 218 | 237 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.5% | 63.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 32% |
| city | Middletown | Middletown |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •MacDonough School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.8 vs 42.5).
- •MacDonough School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •MacDonough School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Spencer School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.3% vs 72.5%).
- •Spencer School does better on students per teacher (10.3 vs 13.6).
- •Spencer School is the larger school with 237 students compared with 218.
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 MacDonough School better than Spencer School?
On the Success Index (US), MacDonough School ranks higher (46.8 vs 42.5 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 MacDonough School and Spencer School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Middletown and Middletown in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
MacDonough School: 218. Spencer School: 237. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do MacDonough School and Spencer School rank in Connecticut?
MacDonough School is 430th of 596 and Spencer School is 461st of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).