Francis T. Maloney High School vs John Lyman School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 4.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Francis T. Maloney High School
Meriden · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,291 students
John Lyman School
Middlefield · Public elementary · Grades 2–3
207 students
| Measure | Francis T. Maloney High School Meriden, Connecticut | John Lyman School Middlefield, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 88 Top 5% |
| State rank | #159 of 180 | #105 of 596 |
| National rank | #14547 of 16,910 | #1470 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 2–3 |
| Students | 1,291 | 207 |
| Enrollment | 1,291 | 207 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.5% | 18.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 10.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 72% |
| city | Meriden | Middlefield |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Lyman School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (87.5 vs 24.1).
- •John Lyman School does better on math proficiency (72% vs 14%).
- •John Lyman School does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 40%).
- •John Lyman School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.4% vs 73.5%).
- •John Lyman School does better on students per teacher (10.9 vs 16.3).
- •Francis T. Maloney High School is the larger school with 1,291 students compared with 207.
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 Francis T. Maloney High School better than John Lyman School?
On the Success Index (US), John Lyman School ranks higher (87.5 vs 24.1 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 Francis T. Maloney High School and John Lyman School?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Meriden and Middlefield in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Francis T. Maloney High School: 1,291. John Lyman School: 207. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Francis T. Maloney High School and John Lyman School rank in Connecticut?
Francis T. Maloney High School is 159th of 180 and John Lyman School is 105th of 596 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).