Glastonbury High School vs Manchester High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Connecticut, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glastonbury High School
Glastonbury · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,737 students
Manchester High School
Manchester · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,703 students
| Measure | Glastonbury High School Glastonbury, Connecticut | Manchester High School Manchester, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #21 of 180 | #120 of 180 |
| National rank | #530 of 16,910 | #9210 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,737 | 1,703 |
| Enrollment | 1,737 | 1,703 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 15.8% | 58.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 32% |
| city | Glastonbury | Manchester |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Glastonbury High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.2 vs 46.9).
- •Glastonbury High School does better on math proficiency (74% vs 32%).
- •Glastonbury High School does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 51%).
- •Glastonbury High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.8% vs 58.5%).
- •Manchester High School does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 13.1).
- •Glastonbury High School is the larger school with 1,737 students compared with 1,703.
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 Glastonbury High School better than Manchester High School?
On the Success Index (US), Glastonbury High School ranks higher (86.2 vs 46.9 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 Glastonbury High School and Manchester High School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Glastonbury and Manchester in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glastonbury High School: 1,737. Manchester High School: 1,703. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glastonbury High School and Manchester High School rank in Connecticut?
Glastonbury High School is 21st of 180 and Manchester High School is 120th of 180 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).