Crosby High School vs Michael F. Wallace Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 72 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Crosby High School
Waterbury · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,453 students
Michael F. Wallace Middle School
Waterbury · Public middle · Grades 4–8
1,059 students
| Measure | Crosby High School Waterbury, Connecticut | Michael F. Wallace Middle School Waterbury, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #178 of 180 | #169 of 178 |
| National rank | #16401 of 16,910 | #13124 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 4–8 |
| Students | 1,453 | 1,059 |
| Enrollment | 1,453 | 1,059 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83% | 85.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 13% |
| city | Waterbury | Waterbury |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Michael F. Wallace Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.5 vs 12.4).
- •Michael F. Wallace Middle School does better on math proficiency (13% vs 5%).
- •Michael F. Wallace Middle School does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 19%).
- •Crosby High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83% vs 85.9%).
- •Michael F. Wallace Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 17.1).
- •Crosby High School is the larger school with 1,453 students compared with 1,059.
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 Crosby High School better than Michael F. Wallace Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Michael F. Wallace Middle School ranks higher (23.5 vs 12.4 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 Crosby High School and Michael F. Wallace Middle School?
About 72 m in a straight line, between Waterbury and Waterbury in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Crosby High School: 1,453. Michael F. Wallace Middle School: 1,059. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Crosby High School and Michael F. Wallace Middle School rank in Connecticut?
Crosby High School is 178th of 180 and Michael F. Wallace Middle School is 169th of 178 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).