Bedford Middle School vs Staples High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 349 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bedford Middle School
Westport · Public middle · Grades 6–8
710 students
Staples High School
Westport · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,629 students
| Measure | Bedford Middle School Westport, Connecticut | Staples High School Westport, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 97 Top 5% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #2 of 178 | #2 of 180 |
| National rank | #14 of 15,369 | #88 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 710 | 1,629 |
| Enrollment | 710 | 1,629 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 3.5% | 3% |
| Students per teacher | 9.9 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 93% |
| Math proficiency | 85% | 79% |
| city | Westport | Westport |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bedford Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (97.0 vs 93.4).
- •Bedford Middle School does better on math proficiency (85% vs 79%).
- •Staples High School does better on reading proficiency (93% vs 83%).
- •Staples High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (3% vs 3.5%).
- •Bedford Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 10.7).
- •Staples High School is the larger school with 1,629 students compared with 710.
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 Bedford Middle School better than Staples High School?
On the Success Index (US), Bedford Middle School ranks higher (97.0 vs 93.4 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 Bedford Middle School and Staples High School?
About 349 m in a straight line, between Westport and Westport in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bedford Middle School: 710. Staples High School: 1,629. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bedford Middle School and Staples High School rank in Connecticut?
Bedford Middle School is 2nd of 178 and Staples High School is 2nd of 180 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).