Daniel Hand High School vs Walter C. Polson Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 333 m 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
Walter C. Polson Middle School
Madison · Public middle · Grades 6–8
541 students
| Measure | Daniel Hand High School Madison, Connecticut | Walter C. Polson Middle School Madison, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #6 of 180 | #55 of 178 |
| National rank | #178 of 16,910 | #888 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 751 | 541 |
| Enrollment | 751 | 541 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.5% | 6.5% |
| Students per teacher | 9.9 | 9.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 61% |
| city | Madison | Madison |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Daniel Hand High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (91.2 vs 84.0).
- •Daniel Hand High School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 61%).
- •Daniel Hand High School does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 61%).
- •Daniel Hand High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.5% vs 6.5%).
- •Walter C. Polson Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.8 vs 9.9).
- •Daniel Hand High School is the larger school with 751 students compared with 541.
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 Walter C. Polson Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Daniel Hand High School ranks higher (91.2 vs 84.0 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 Walter C. Polson Middle School?
About 333 m in a straight line, between Madison and Madison in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Daniel Hand High School: 751. Walter C. Polson Middle School: 541. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Daniel Hand High School and Walter C. Polson Middle School rank in Connecticut?
Daniel Hand High School is 6th of 180 and Walter C. Polson Middle School is 55th of 178 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).