Fairfield Ludlowe High School vs Mill Hill School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairfield Ludlowe High School
Fairfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,367 students
Mill Hill School
Southport · Public elementary · Grades K–5
371 students
| Measure | Fairfield Ludlowe High School Fairfield, Connecticut | Mill Hill School Southport, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 91 Top 5% |
| State rank | #7 of 180 | #49 of 596 |
| National rank | #188 of 16,910 | #545 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,367 | 371 |
| Enrollment | 1,367 | 371 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.5% | 11.6% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 77% |
| city | Fairfield | Southport |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (91.0 vs 91.2).
- •Fairfield Ludlowe High School does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 77%).
- •Mill Hill School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.6% vs 12.5%).
- •Fairfield Ludlowe High School does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 11.6).
- •Fairfield Ludlowe High School is the larger school with 1,367 students compared with 371.
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 Fairfield Ludlowe High School better than Mill Hill School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Fairfield Ludlowe High School and Mill Hill School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Fairfield and Southport in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairfield Ludlowe High School: 1,367. Mill Hill School: 371. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairfield Ludlowe High School and Mill Hill School rank in Connecticut?
Fairfield Ludlowe High School is 7th of 180 and Mill Hill School is 49th of 596 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).