Dolan School vs Reed Intermediate School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Connecticut, United States, 41 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
Reed Intermediate School
Newtown · Public middle · Grades 5–6
583 students
| Measure | Dolan School Stamford, Connecticut | Reed Intermediate School Newtown, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #136 of 178 | #57 of 178 |
| National rank | #7847 of 15,369 | #900 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–6 |
| Students | 577 | 583 |
| Enrollment | 577 | 583 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.3% | 17.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.9 | 11.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 58% |
| city | Stamford | Newtown |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Reed Intermediate School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.9 vs 49.0).
- •Reed Intermediate School does better on math proficiency (58% vs 36%).
- •Reed Intermediate School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 46%).
- •Reed Intermediate School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.5% vs 59.3%).
- •Dolan School does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 11.9).
- •Reed Intermediate School is the larger school with 583 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 Reed Intermediate School?
On the Success Index (US), Reed Intermediate School ranks higher (83.9 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 Reed Intermediate School?
About 41 km in a straight line, between Stamford and Newtown in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dolan School: 577. Reed Intermediate School: 583. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dolan School and Reed Intermediate School rank in Connecticut?
Dolan School is 136th of 178 and Reed Intermediate School is 57th of 178 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).