Mathewson School vs Peck Place School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 4.0 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
Peck Place School
Orange · Public elementary · Grades 1–6
386 students
| Measure | Mathewson School Milford, Connecticut | Peck Place School Orange, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 90 Top 5% |
| State rank | #148 of 596 | #72 of 596 |
| National rank | #3287 of 50,301 | #878 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 1–6 |
| Students | 327 | 386 |
| Enrollment | 327 | 386 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.9% | 14.2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.5 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 73% |
| city | Milford | Orange |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Peck Place School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (89.6 vs 83.2).
- •Peck Place School does better on math proficiency (73% vs 62%).
- •Peck Place School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •Peck Place School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.2% vs 23.9%).
- •Mathewson School does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 11.7).
- •Peck Place School is the larger school with 386 students compared with 327.
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 Peck Place School?
On the Success Index (US), Peck Place School ranks higher (89.6 vs 83.2 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 Peck Place School?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Milford and Orange in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mathewson School: 327. Peck Place School: 386. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mathewson School and Peck Place School rank in Connecticut?
Mathewson School is 148th of 596 and Peck Place School is 72nd of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).