Albert D. Griswold Middle School vs Highcrest School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Albert D. Griswold Middle School
Rocky Hill · Public middle · Grades 6–8
622 students
Highcrest School
Wethersfield · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
429 students
| Measure | Albert D. Griswold Middle School Rocky Hill, Connecticut | Highcrest School Wethersfield, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #43 of 178 | #180 of 596 |
| National rank | #630 of 15,369 | #4657 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 622 | 429 |
| Enrollment | 622 | 429 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 22.3% | 18.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.4 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 65% |
| city | Rocky Hill | Wethersfield |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Albert D. Griswold Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.1 vs 80.6).
- •Highcrest School does better on math proficiency (65% vs 64%).
- •Albert D. Griswold Middle School does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 73%).
- •Highcrest School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.9% vs 22.3%).
- •Albert D. Griswold Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 14.3).
- •Albert D. Griswold Middle School is the larger school with 622 students compared with 429.
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 Albert D. Griswold Middle School better than Highcrest School?
On the Success Index (US), Albert D. Griswold Middle School ranks higher (86.1 vs 80.6 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 Albert D. Griswold Middle School and Highcrest School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Rocky Hill and Wethersfield in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Albert D. Griswold Middle School: 622. Highcrest School: 429. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Albert D. Griswold Middle School and Highcrest School rank in Connecticut?
Albert D. Griswold Middle School is 43rd of 178 and Highcrest School is 180th of 596 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).