Francis Walsh Intermediate School vs North Branford Intermediate School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Connecticut, United States, 5.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Francis Walsh Intermediate School
Branford · Public middle · Grades 5–8
775 students
North Branford Intermediate School
North Branford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
352 students
| Measure | Francis Walsh Intermediate School Branford, Connecticut | North Branford Intermediate School North Branford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #93 of 178 | #96 of 178 |
| National rank | #2926 of 15,369 | #3224 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 775 | 352 |
| Enrollment | 775 | 352 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.5% | 23.9% |
| Students per teacher | 10.8 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 49% |
| city | Branford | North Branford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Francis Walsh Intermediate School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.0 vs 70.6).
- •Francis Walsh Intermediate School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 49%).
- •Francis Walsh Intermediate School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 52%).
- •North Branford Intermediate School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.9% vs 42.5%).
- •North Branford Intermediate School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 10.8).
- •Francis Walsh Intermediate School is the larger school with 775 students compared with 352.
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 Walsh Intermediate School better than North Branford Intermediate School?
On the Success Index (US), Francis Walsh Intermediate School ranks higher (72.0 vs 70.6 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 Walsh Intermediate School and North Branford Intermediate School?
About 5.7 km in a straight line, between Branford and North Branford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Francis Walsh Intermediate School: 775. North Branford Intermediate School: 352. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Francis Walsh Intermediate School and North Branford Intermediate School rank in Connecticut?
Francis Walsh Intermediate School is 93rd of 178 and North Branford Intermediate School is 96th of 178 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).