Academy of Science and Innovation vs Plainville High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Connecticut, United States, 4.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy of Science and Innovation
New Britain · Public high · Grades 6–12
767 students
Plainville High School
Plainville · Public high · Grades 9–12
674 students
| Measure | Academy of Science and Innovation New Britain, Connecticut | Plainville High School Plainville, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #130 of 180 | #96 of 180 |
| National rank | #10908 of 16,910 | #6505 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 767 | 674 |
| Enrollment | 767 | 674 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.5% | 43.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 37% |
| city | New Britain | Plainville |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Plainville High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.3 vs 40.2).
- •Plainville High School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 25%).
- •Plainville High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 46%).
- •Plainville High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.3% vs 63.5%).
- •Academy of Science and Innovation does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 11.6).
- •Academy of Science and Innovation is the larger school with 767 students compared with 674.
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 Academy of Science and Innovation better than Plainville High School?
On the Success Index (US), Plainville High School ranks higher (57.3 vs 40.2 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 Academy of Science and Innovation and Plainville High School?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between New Britain and Plainville in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy of Science and Innovation: 767. Plainville High School: 674. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy of Science and Innovation and Plainville High School rank in Connecticut?
Academy of Science and Innovation is 130th of 180 and Plainville High School is 96th of 180 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).