Cromwell High School vs Gildersleeve School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 4.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cromwell High School
Cromwell · Public high · Grades 9–12
515 students
Gildersleeve School
Portland · Public elementary · Grades 2–4
253 students
| Measure | Cromwell High School Cromwell, Connecticut | Gildersleeve School Portland, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #73 of 180 | #259 of 596 |
| National rank | #2960 of 16,910 | #9439 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 2–4 |
| Students | 515 | 253 |
| Enrollment | 515 | 253 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.9% | 32.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 57% |
| city | Cromwell | Portland |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gildersleeve School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.7 vs 71.3).
- •Gildersleeve School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Cromwell High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •Cromwell High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.9% vs 32.8%).
- •Cromwell High School does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 12.0).
- •Cromwell High School is the larger school with 515 students compared with 253.
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 Cromwell High School better than Gildersleeve School?
On the Success Index (US), Gildersleeve School ranks higher (72.7 vs 71.3 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 Cromwell High School and Gildersleeve School?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Cromwell and Portland in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cromwell High School: 515. Gildersleeve School: 253. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cromwell High School and Gildersleeve School rank in Connecticut?
Cromwell High School is 73rd of 180 and Gildersleeve School is 259th of 596 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).