Mill Hill School vs Sherman School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mill Hill School
Southport · Public elementary · Grades K–5
371 students
Sherman School
Fairfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
385 students
| Measure | Mill Hill School Southport, Connecticut | Sherman School Fairfield, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #49 of 596 | #27 of 596 |
| National rank | #545 of 50,301 | #305 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 371 | 385 |
| Enrollment | 371 | 385 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.6% | 8.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 90% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 90% |
| city | Southport | Fairfield |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sherman School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (92.9 vs 91.2).
- •Sherman School does better on math proficiency (90% vs 77%).
- •Sherman School does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 77%).
- •Sherman School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.1% vs 11.6%).
- •Mill Hill School does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 13.8).
- •Sherman School is the larger school with 385 students compared with 371.
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 Mill Hill School better than Sherman School?
On the Success Index (US), Sherman School ranks higher (92.9 vs 91.2 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 Mill Hill School and Sherman School?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Southport and Fairfield in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mill Hill School: 371. Sherman School: 385. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mill Hill School and Sherman School rank in Connecticut?
Mill Hill School is 49th of 596 and Sherman School is 27th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).