Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School vs Sound School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 829 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School
New Haven · Public middle · Grades 5–8
348 students
Sound School
New Haven · Public high · Grades 9–12
332 students
| Measure | Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School New Haven, Connecticut | Sound School New Haven, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #144 of 178 | #113 of 180 |
| National rank | #9114 of 15,369 | #8700 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 348 | 332 |
| Enrollment | 348 | 332 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.9% | 54.2% |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 8.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 17% |
| city | New Haven | New Haven |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sound School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.8 vs 43.2).
- •Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School does better on math proficiency (34% vs 17%).
- •Sound School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 43%).
- •Sound School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.2% vs 73.9%).
- •Sound School does better on students per teacher (8.3 vs 10.2).
- •Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School is the larger school with 348 students compared with 332.
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 Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School better than Sound School?
On the Success Index (US), Sound School ranks higher (48.8 vs 43.2 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 Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School and Sound School?
About 829 m in a straight line, between New Haven and New Haven in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School: 348. Sound School: 332. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School and Sound School rank in Connecticut?
Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School is 144th of 178 and Sound School is 113th of 180 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).