Derby High School vs Shelton High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Connecticut, United States, 2.3 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
Shelton High School
Shelton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,308 students
| Measure | Derby High School Derby, Connecticut | Shelton High School Shelton, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #137 of 180 | #84 of 180 |
| National rank | #11735 of 16,910 | #3898 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 360 | 1,308 |
| Enrollment | 360 | 1,308 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.6% | 37.5% |
| Students per teacher | 9.7 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 51% |
| city | Derby | Shelton |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shelton High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.7 vs 36.9).
- •Shelton High School does better on math proficiency (51% vs 12%).
- •Shelton High School does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 42%).
- •Shelton High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.5% vs 53.6%).
- •Derby High School does better on students per teacher (9.7 vs 14.4).
- •Shelton High School is the larger school with 1,308 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 Shelton High School?
On the Success Index (US), Shelton High School ranks higher (67.7 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 Shelton High School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Derby and Shelton in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Derby High School: 360. Shelton High School: 1,308. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Derby High School and Shelton High School rank in Connecticut?
Derby High School is 137th of 180 and Shelton High School is 84th of 180 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).