Francis T. Maloney High School vs Nathan Hale School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.3 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
Nathan Hale School
Meriden · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
485 students
| Measure | Francis T. Maloney High School Meriden, Connecticut | Nathan Hale School Meriden, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #159 of 180 | #433 of 596 |
| National rank | #14547 of 16,910 | #27628 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,291 | 485 |
| Enrollment | 1,291 | 485 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.5% | 76.1% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 43% |
| city | Meriden | Meriden |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nathan Hale School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.4 vs 24.1).
- •Nathan Hale School does better on math proficiency (43% vs 14%).
- •Nathan Hale School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 40%).
- •Francis T. Maloney High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.5% vs 76.1%).
- •Nathan Hale School does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 16.3).
- •Francis T. Maloney High School is the larger school with 1,291 students compared with 485.
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 Nathan Hale School?
On the Success Index (US), Nathan Hale School ranks higher (46.4 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 Nathan Hale School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Meriden and Meriden in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Francis T. Maloney High School: 1,291. Nathan Hale School: 485. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Francis T. Maloney High School and Nathan Hale School rank in Connecticut?
Francis T. Maloney High School is 159th of 180 and Nathan Hale School is 433rd of 596 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).