Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT) vs Natchaug School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 806 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT)
Willimantic · Public high · Grades 9–12
123 students
Natchaug School
Willimantic · Public elementary · Grades K–5
234 students
| Measure | Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT) Willimantic, Connecticut | Natchaug School Willimantic, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #94 of 180 | #482 of 596 |
| National rank | #6482 of 16,910 | #33801 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 123 | 234 |
| Enrollment | 123 | 234 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.7% | 72.6% |
| Students per teacher | 8.2 | 10.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 74.5% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 32% |
| city | Willimantic | Willimantic |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT) scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.3 vs 37.3).
- •Natchaug School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 15%).
- •Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT) does better on reading proficiency (74.5% vs 37%).
- •Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT) does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.7% vs 72.6%).
- •Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT) does better on students per teacher (8.2 vs 10.2).
- •Natchaug School is the larger school with 234 students compared with 123.
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 Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT) better than Natchaug School?
On the Success Index (US), Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT) ranks higher (57.3 vs 37.3 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 Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT) and Natchaug School?
About 806 m in a straight line, between Willimantic and Willimantic in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT): 123. Natchaug School: 234. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT) and Natchaug School rank in Connecticut?
Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT) is 94th of 180 and Natchaug School is 482nd of 596 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).