Stafford Elementary School vs West Stafford School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Stafford Elementary School
Stafford Springs · Public elementary · Grades 1–5
438 students
West Stafford School
Stafford Springs · Public elementary · Grades PK–K
176 students
| Measure | Stafford Elementary School Stafford Springs, Connecticut | West Stafford School Stafford Springs, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #297 of 596 | #282 of 596 |
| National rank | #13609 of 50,301 | #11756 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–5 | Grades PK–K |
| Students | 438 | 176 |
| Enrollment | 438 | 176 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.6% | 39.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.0 | 12.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | – |
| Math proficiency | 50% | – |
| city | Stafford Springs | Stafford Springs |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Stafford School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.4 vs 66.8).
- •West Stafford School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.8% vs 40.6%).
- •Stafford Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.0 vs 12.6).
- •Stafford Elementary School is the larger school with 438 students compared with 176.
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 Stafford Elementary School better than West Stafford School?
On the Success Index (US), West Stafford School ranks higher (69.4 vs 66.8 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 Stafford Elementary School and West Stafford School?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Stafford Springs and Stafford Springs in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Stafford Elementary School: 438. West Stafford School: 176. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Stafford Elementary School and West Stafford School rank in Connecticut?
Stafford Elementary School is 297th of 596 and West Stafford School is 282nd of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).