Daniel Hand High School vs Guilford High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Connecticut, United States, 7.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Daniel Hand High School
Madison · Public high · Grades 9–12
751 students
Guilford High School
Guilford · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,008 students
| Measure | Daniel Hand High School Madison, Connecticut | Guilford High School Guilford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 87 Top 5% |
| State rank | #6 of 180 | #18 of 180 |
| National rank | #178 of 16,910 | #428 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 751 | 1,008 |
| Enrollment | 751 | 1,008 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.5% | 14.6% |
| Students per teacher | 9.9 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 68% |
| city | Madison | Guilford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Daniel Hand High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (91.2 vs 87.2).
- •Daniel Hand High School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 68%).
- •Daniel Hand High School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 85%).
- •Daniel Hand High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.5% vs 14.6%).
- •Daniel Hand High School does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 11.9).
- •Guilford High School is the larger school with 1,008 students compared with 751.
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 Daniel Hand High School better than Guilford High School?
On the Success Index (US), Daniel Hand High School ranks higher (91.2 vs 87.2 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 Daniel Hand High School and Guilford High School?
About 7.9 km in a straight line, between Madison and Guilford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Daniel Hand High School: 751. Guilford High School: 1,008. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Daniel Hand High School and Guilford High School rank in Connecticut?
Daniel Hand High School is 6th of 180 and Guilford High School is 18th of 180 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).