Dolan School vs Newfield School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.9 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
Newfield School
Stamford · Public elementary · Grades K–5
575 students
| Measure | Dolan School Stamford, Connecticut | Newfield School Stamford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #136 of 178 | #353 of 596 |
| National rank | #7847 of 15,369 | #19373 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 577 | 575 |
| Enrollment | 577 | 575 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.3% | 51.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 13.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 49% |
| city | Stamford | Stamford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Newfield School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.3 vs 49.0).
- •Newfield School does better on math proficiency (49% vs 36%).
- •Newfield School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 46%).
- •Newfield School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.3% vs 59.3%).
- •Dolan School does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 13.4).
- •Dolan School is the larger school with 577 students compared with 575.
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 Newfield School?
On the Success Index (US), Newfield School ranks higher (58.3 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 Newfield School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Stamford and Stamford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dolan School: 577. Newfield School: 575. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dolan School and Newfield School rank in Connecticut?
Dolan School is 136th of 178 and Newfield School is 353rd of 596 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).