ACES at Chase vs West Side Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Connecticut, United States, 300 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
ACES at Chase
Waterbury · Public middle · Grades 6–9
556 students
West Side Middle School
Waterbury · Public middle · Grades 6–8
848 students
| Measure | ACES at Chase Waterbury, Connecticut | West Side Middle School Waterbury, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #120 of 178 | #171 of 178 |
| National rank | #6243 of 15,369 | #13241 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–9 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 556 | 848 |
| Enrollment | 556 | 848 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.7% | 82.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 9% |
| city | Waterbury | Waterbury |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •ACES at Chase scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.4 vs 23.0).
- •ACES at Chase does better on math proficiency (41% vs 9%).
- •ACES at Chase does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 26%).
- •ACES at Chase does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.7% vs 82.2%).
- •West Side Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 13.6).
- •West Side Middle School is the larger school with 848 students compared with 556.
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 ACES at Chase better than West Side Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), ACES at Chase ranks higher (56.4 vs 23.0 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 ACES at Chase and West Side Middle School?
About 300 m in a straight line, between Waterbury and Waterbury in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
ACES at Chase: 556. West Side Middle School: 848. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do ACES at Chase and West Side Middle School rank in Connecticut?
ACES at Chase is 120th of 178 and West Side Middle School is 171st of 178 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).