Groton Middle School vs Harry M. Bailey Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Connecticut, United States, 81 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Groton Middle School
Groton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
884 students
Harry M. Bailey Middle School
West Haven · Public middle · Grades 7–8
885 students
| Measure | Groton Middle School Groton, Connecticut | Harry M. Bailey Middle School West Haven, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #141 of 178 | #129 of 178 |
| National rank | #8712 of 15,369 | #7038 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 884 | 885 |
| Enrollment | 884 | 885 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.8% | 57.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 10.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 47% |
| Math proficiency | – | 39% |
| city | Groton | West Haven |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Harry M. Bailey Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.8 vs 45.0).
- •Harry M. Bailey Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.4% vs 80.8%).
- •Harry M. Bailey Middle School does better on students per teacher (10.1 vs 11.8).
- •Harry M. Bailey Middle School is the larger school with 885 students compared with 884.
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 Groton Middle School better than Harry M. Bailey Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Harry M. Bailey Middle School ranks higher (52.8 vs 45.0 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 Groton Middle School and Harry M. Bailey Middle School?
About 81 km in a straight line, between Groton and West Haven in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Groton Middle School: 884. Harry M. Bailey Middle School: 885. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Groton Middle School and Harry M. Bailey Middle School rank in Connecticut?
Groton Middle School is 141st of 178 and Harry M. Bailey Middle School is 129th of 178 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).