Derby High School vs Prendergast School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 3.2 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
Prendergast School
Ansonia · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
588 students
| Measure | Derby High School Derby, Connecticut | Prendergast School Ansonia, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #137 of 180 | #486 of 596 |
| National rank | #11735 of 16,910 | #35160 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 360 | 588 |
| Enrollment | 360 | 588 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.6% | 64.6% |
| Students per teacher | 9.7 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 37% |
| city | Derby | Ansonia |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Derby High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.9 vs 35.2).
- •Prendergast School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 12%).
- •Derby High School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 38%).
- •Derby High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.6% vs 64.6%).
- •Derby High School does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 16.3).
- •Prendergast School is the larger school with 588 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 Prendergast School?
On the Success Index (US), Derby High School ranks higher (36.9 vs 35.2 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 Derby High School and Prendergast School?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Derby and Ansonia in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Derby High School: 360. Prendergast School: 588. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Derby High School and Prendergast School rank in Connecticut?
Derby High School is 137th of 180 and Prendergast School is 486th of 596 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).