Mathewson School vs Meadowside School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mathewson School
Milford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
327 students
Meadowside School
Milford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
276 students
| Measure | Mathewson School Milford, Connecticut | Meadowside School Milford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #148 of 596 | #249 of 596 |
| National rank | #3287 of 50,301 | #8522 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 327 | 276 |
| Enrollment | 327 | 276 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.9% | 35.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.5 | 10.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 57% |
| city | Milford | Milford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mathewson School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.2 vs 74.1).
- •Mathewson School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •Mathewson School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 62%).
- •Mathewson School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.9% vs 35.5%).
- •Meadowside School does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 10.5).
- •Mathewson School is the larger school with 327 students compared with 276.
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 Mathewson School better than Meadowside School?
On the Success Index (US), Mathewson School ranks higher (83.2 vs 74.1 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 Mathewson School and Meadowside School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Milford and Milford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mathewson School: 327. Meadowside School: 276. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mathewson School and Meadowside School rank in Connecticut?
Mathewson School is 148th of 596 and Meadowside School is 249th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).