Dolan School vs Middlesex Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Connecticut, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dolan School
Stamford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
577 students
Middlesex Middle School
Darien · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,043 students
| Measure | Dolan School Stamford, Connecticut | Middlesex Middle School Darien, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 97 Top 5% |
| State rank | #136 of 178 | #1 of 178 |
| National rank | #7847 of 15,369 | #9 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 577 | 1,043 |
| Enrollment | 577 | 1,043 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.3% | 1.6% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 10.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 85% |
| city | Stamford | Darien |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Middlesex Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (97.4 vs 49.0).
- •Middlesex Middle School does better on math proficiency (85% vs 36%).
- •Middlesex Middle School does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 46%).
- •Middlesex Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (1.6% vs 59.3%).
- •Middlesex Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.0 vs 10.9).
- •Middlesex Middle School is the larger school with 1,043 students compared with 577.
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 Dolan School better than Middlesex Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Middlesex Middle School ranks higher (97.4 vs 49.0 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 Dolan School and Middlesex Middle School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Stamford and Darien in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dolan School: 577. Middlesex Middle School: 1,043. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dolan School and Middlesex Middle School rank in Connecticut?
Dolan School is 136th of 178 and Middlesex Middle School is 1st of 178 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).