Ellington Middle School vs West Shore Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Connecticut, United States, 93 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ellington Middle School
Ellington · Public middle · Grades 7–8
393 students
West Shore Middle School
Milford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
394 students
| Measure | Ellington Middle School Ellington, Connecticut | West Shore Middle School Milford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #69 of 178 | #79 of 178 |
| National rank | #1199 of 15,369 | #1812 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 393 | 394 |
| Enrollment | 393 | 394 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.4% | 39.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 9.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 57% |
| city | Ellington | Milford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ellington Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.8 vs 78.1).
- •Ellington Middle School does better on math proficiency (59% vs 57%).
- •West Shore Middle School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 65%).
- •Ellington Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.4% vs 39.6%).
- •West Shore Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 11.2).
- •West Shore Middle School is the larger school with 394 students compared with 393.
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 Ellington Middle School better than West Shore Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Ellington Middle School ranks higher (81.8 vs 78.1 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 Ellington Middle School and West Shore Middle School?
About 93 km in a straight line, between Ellington and Milford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ellington Middle School: 393. West Shore Middle School: 394. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ellington Middle School and West Shore Middle School rank in Connecticut?
Ellington Middle School is 69th of 178 and West Shore Middle School is 79th of 178 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).