Conard High School vs Darien High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Connecticut, United States, 95 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Conard High School
West Hartford · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,380 students
Darien High School
Darien · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,382 students
| Measure | Conard High School West Hartford, Connecticut | Darien High School Darien, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 94 Top 5% |
| State rank | #54 of 180 | #1 of 180 |
| National rank | #1872 of 16,910 | #77 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,380 | 1,382 |
| Enrollment | 1,380 | 1,382 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.5% | 3.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 86% |
| city | West Hartford | Darien |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Darien High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (94.0 vs 76.4).
- •Darien High School does better on math proficiency (86% vs 62%).
- •Darien High School does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 77%).
- •Darien High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (3.9% vs 33.5%).
- •Darien High School does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 13.5).
- •Darien High School is the larger school with 1,382 students compared with 1,380.
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 Conard High School better than Darien High School?
On the Success Index (US), Darien High School ranks higher (94.0 vs 76.4 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 Conard High School and Darien High School?
About 95 km in a straight line, between West Hartford and Darien in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Conard High School: 1,380. Darien High School: 1,382. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Conard High School and Darien High School rank in Connecticut?
Conard High School is 54th of 180 and Darien High School is 1st of 180 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).