Francis T. Maloney High School vs Washington Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 2.3 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
Washington Middle School
Meriden · Public middle · Grades 6–8
536 students
| Measure | Francis T. Maloney High School Meriden, Connecticut | Washington Middle School Meriden, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #159 of 180 | #158 of 178 |
| National rank | #14547 of 16,910 | #11002 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,291 | 536 |
| Enrollment | 1,291 | 536 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.5% | 86.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 32% |
| city | Meriden | Meriden |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Washington Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.4 vs 24.1).
- •Washington Middle School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 14%).
- •Washington Middle School does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 40%).
- •Francis T. Maloney High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.5% vs 86.4%).
- •Washington Middle School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 16.3).
- •Francis T. Maloney High School is the larger school with 1,291 students compared with 536.
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 Washington Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Washington Middle School ranks higher (34.4 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 Washington Middle School?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Meriden and Meriden in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Francis T. Maloney High School: 1,291. Washington Middle School: 536. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Francis T. Maloney High School and Washington Middle School rank in Connecticut?
Francis T. Maloney High School is 159th of 180 and Washington Middle School is 158th of 178 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).