Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School vs New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet Pathway
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 0 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School
New London · Public middle · Grades 5–8
343 students
New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet Pathway
New London · Public high · Grades 6–12
268 students
| Measure | Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School New London, Connecticut | New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet Pathway New London, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #172 of 178 | #163 of 180 |
| National rank | #13665 of 15,369 | #14699 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 343 | 268 |
| Enrollment | 343 | 268 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.2% | 81.3% |
| Students per teacher | 7.3 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 12% |
| city | New London | New London |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet Pathway scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.4 vs 20.6).
- •New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet Pathway does better on math proficiency (12% vs 11%).
- •New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet Pathway does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 20%).
- •New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet Pathway does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.3% vs 94.2%).
- •Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School does better on students per teacher (7.3 vs 11.2).
- •Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School is the larger school with 343 students compared with 268.
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 Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School better than New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet Pathway?
On the Success Index (US), New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet Pathway ranks higher (23.4 vs 20.6 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 Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School and New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet Pathway?
About 0 m in a straight line, between New London and New London in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School: 343. New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet Pathway: 268. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School and New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet Pathway rank in Connecticut?
Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School is 172nd of 178 and New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet Pathway is 163rd of 180 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).