Southwest School vs West Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 36 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Southwest School
Torrington · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
289 students
West Middle School
Hartford · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
289 students
| Measure | Southwest School Torrington, Connecticut | West Middle School Hartford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #444 of 596 | #543 of 596 |
| National rank | #28509 of 50,301 | #43191 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 289 | 289 |
| Enrollment | 289 | 289 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.2% | 85.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 15% |
| city | Torrington | Hartford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Southwest School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.2 vs 22.7).
- •Southwest School does better on math proficiency (34% vs 15%).
- •Southwest School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 22%).
- •Southwest School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.2% vs 85.5%).
- •West Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 12.0).
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 Southwest School better than West Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Southwest School ranks higher (45.2 vs 22.7 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 Southwest School and West Middle School?
About 36 km in a straight line, between Torrington and Hartford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Southwest School: 289. West Middle School: 289. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Southwest School and West Middle School rank in Connecticut?
Southwest School is 444th of 596 and West Middle School is 543rd of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).