Fairfield Ludlowe High School vs Sherman School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.8 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
Sherman School
Fairfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
385 students
| Measure | Fairfield Ludlowe High School Fairfield, Connecticut | Sherman School Fairfield, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #7 of 180 | #27 of 596 |
| National rank | #188 of 16,910 | #305 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,367 | 385 |
| Enrollment | 1,367 | 385 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.5% | 8.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | 90% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 90% |
| city | Fairfield | Fairfield |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sherman School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (92.9 vs 91.0).
- •Sherman School does better on math proficiency (90% vs 77%).
- •Sherman School does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 88%).
- •Sherman School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.1% vs 12.5%).
- •Fairfield Ludlowe High School does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 13.8).
- •Fairfield Ludlowe High School is the larger school with 1,367 students compared with 385.
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 Sherman School?
On the Success Index (US), Sherman School ranks higher (92.9 vs 91.0 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 Fairfield Ludlowe High School and Sherman School?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Fairfield and Fairfield in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairfield Ludlowe High School: 1,367. Sherman School: 385. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairfield Ludlowe High School and Sherman School rank in Connecticut?
Fairfield Ludlowe High School is 7th of 180 and Sherman School is 27th of 596 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).