Bacon Academy vs Lyman Memorial High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Connecticut, United States, 7.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bacon Academy
Colchester · Public high · Grades 9–12
572 students
Lyman Memorial High School
Lebanon · Public high · Grades 9–12
322 students
| Measure | Bacon Academy Colchester, Connecticut | Lyman Memorial High School Lebanon, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #70 of 180 | #72 of 180 |
| National rank | #2848 of 16,910 | #2947 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 572 | 322 |
| Enrollment | 572 | 322 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.3% | 28% |
| Students per teacher | 9.9 | 8.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| city | Colchester | Lebanon |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (71.8 vs 71.4).
- •Lyman Memorial High School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Bacon Academy does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •Bacon Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.3% vs 28%).
- •Lyman Memorial High School does better on students per teacher (8.9 vs 9.9).
- •Bacon Academy is the larger school with 572 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 Bacon Academy better than Lyman Memorial High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Bacon Academy and Lyman Memorial High School?
About 7.4 km in a straight line, between Colchester and Lebanon in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bacon Academy: 572. Lyman Memorial High School: 322. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bacon Academy and Lyman Memorial High School rank in Connecticut?
Bacon Academy is 70th of 180 and Lyman Memorial High School is 72nd of 180 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).