Salem School vs Western School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Salem School
Naugatuck · Public elementary · Grades K–4
231 students
Western School
Naugatuck · Public elementary · Grades K–4
242 students
| Measure | Salem School Naugatuck, Connecticut | Western School Naugatuck, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #370 of 596 | #341 of 596 |
| National rank | #20859 of 50,301 | #17830 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 231 | 242 |
| Enrollment | 231 | 242 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.7% | 58.7% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 67% |
| city | Naugatuck | Naugatuck |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Western School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.6 vs 56.2).
- •Western School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •Western School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.7% vs 66.7%).
- •Salem School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 15.1).
- •Western School is the larger school with 242 students compared with 231.
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 Salem School better than Western School?
On the Success Index (US), Western School ranks higher (60.6 vs 56.2 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 Salem School and Western School?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Naugatuck and Naugatuck in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Salem School: 231. Western School: 242. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Salem School and Western School rank in Connecticut?
Salem School is 370th of 596 and Western School is 341st of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).