Derby High School vs Intermediate School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Derby High School
Derby · Public high · Grades 9–12
360 students
Intermediate School
Shelton · Public middle · Grades 7–8
714 students
| Measure | Derby High School Derby, Connecticut | Intermediate School Shelton, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #137 of 180 | #86 of 178 |
| National rank | #11735 of 16,910 | #2180 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 360 | 714 |
| Enrollment | 360 | 714 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.6% | 38.2% |
| Students per teacher | 9.7 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 57% |
| city | Derby | Shelton |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Intermediate School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.0 vs 36.9).
- •Intermediate School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 12%).
- •Intermediate School does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 42%).
- •Intermediate School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.2% vs 53.6%).
- •Derby High School does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 12.8).
- •Intermediate School is the larger school with 714 students compared with 360.
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 Derby High School better than Intermediate School?
On the Success Index (US), Intermediate School ranks higher (76.0 vs 36.9 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 Derby High School and Intermediate School?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Derby and Shelton in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Derby High School: 360. Intermediate School: 714. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Derby High School and Intermediate School rank in Connecticut?
Derby High School is 137th of 180 and Intermediate School is 86th of 178 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).