Fairfield Warde High School vs Shelton High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Connecticut, United States, 18 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairfield Warde High School
Fairfield · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,308 students
Shelton High School
Shelton · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,308 students
| Measure | Fairfield Warde High School Fairfield, Connecticut | Shelton High School Shelton, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #38 of 180 | #84 of 180 |
| National rank | #986 of 16,910 | #3898 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,308 | 1,308 |
| Enrollment | 1,308 | 1,308 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.7% | 37.5% |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 14.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 51% |
| city | Fairfield | Shelton |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairfield Warde High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.1 vs 67.7).
- •Fairfield Warde High School does better on math proficiency (58% vs 51%).
- •Fairfield Warde High School does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 71%).
- •Fairfield Warde High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.7% vs 37.5%).
- •Fairfield Warde High School does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 14.4).
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 Warde High School better than Shelton High School?
On the Success Index (US), Fairfield Warde High School ranks higher (82.1 vs 67.7 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 Warde High School and Shelton High School?
About 18 km in a straight line, between Fairfield and Shelton in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairfield Warde High School: 1,308. Shelton High School: 1,308. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairfield Warde High School and Shelton High School rank in Connecticut?
Fairfield Warde High School is 38th of 180 and Shelton High School is 84th of 180 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).