Ansonia High School vs Irving School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ansonia High School
Ansonia · Public high · Grades 9–12
617 students
Irving School
Derby · Public elementary · Grades K–5
322 students
| Measure | Ansonia High School Ansonia, Connecticut | Irving School Derby, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #146 of 180 | #452 of 596 |
| National rank | #12510 of 16,910 | #29463 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 617 | 322 |
| Enrollment | 617 | 322 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.3% | 64.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 9.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 37% |
| city | Ansonia | Derby |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Irving School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.7 vs 33.6).
- •Irving School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 17%).
- •Ansonia High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Ansonia High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.3% vs 64.9%).
- •Irving School does better on students per teacher (9.2 vs 12.9).
- •Ansonia High School is the larger school with 617 students compared with 322.
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 Ansonia High School better than Irving School?
On the Success Index (US), Irving School ranks higher (43.7 vs 33.6 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 Ansonia High School and Irving School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Ansonia and Derby in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ansonia High School: 617. Irving School: 322. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ansonia High School and Irving School rank in Connecticut?
Ansonia High School is 146th of 180 and Irving School is 452nd of 596 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).