Riverside Magnet School at Goodwin University vs West School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 100 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Riverside Magnet School at Goodwin University
East Hartford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
481 students
West School
New Canaan · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
481 students
| Measure | Riverside Magnet School at Goodwin University East Hartford, Connecticut | West School New Canaan, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 95 Top 5% |
| State rank | #379 of 596 | #17 of 596 |
| National rank | #21538 of 50,301 | #107 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 481 | 481 |
| Enrollment | 481 | 481 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.8% | – |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 86% |
| Math proficiency | – | 90% |
| city | East Hartford | New Canaan |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (95.0 vs 55.2).
- •West School does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 14.1).
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 Riverside Magnet School at Goodwin University better than West School?
On the Success Index (US), West School ranks higher (95.0 vs 55.2 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 Riverside Magnet School at Goodwin University and West School?
About 100 km in a straight line, between East Hartford and New Canaan in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Riverside Magnet School at Goodwin University: 481. West School: 481. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Riverside Magnet School at Goodwin University and West School rank in Connecticut?
Riverside Magnet School at Goodwin University is 379th of 596 and West School is 17th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).