Hamden High School vs North Haven High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Connecticut, United States, 4.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hamden High School
Hamden · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,609 students
North Haven High School
North Haven · Public high · Grades 9–12
944 students
| Measure | Hamden High School Hamden, Connecticut | North Haven High School North Haven, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #108 of 180 | #79 of 180 |
| National rank | #8131 of 16,910 | #3581 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,609 | 944 |
| Enrollment | 1,609 | 944 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.9% | 24.2% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 11.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 38% |
| city | Hamden | North Haven |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Haven High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.9 vs 51.0).
- •North Haven High School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 33%).
- •North Haven High School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 55%).
- •North Haven High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.2% vs 46.9%).
- •North Haven High School does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 13.5).
- •Hamden High School is the larger school with 1,609 students compared with 944.
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 Hamden High School better than North Haven High School?
On the Success Index (US), North Haven High School ranks higher (68.9 vs 51.0 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 Hamden High School and North Haven High School?
About 4.9 km in a straight line, between Hamden and North Haven in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hamden High School: 1,609. North Haven High School: 944. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hamden High School and North Haven High School rank in Connecticut?
Hamden High School is 108th of 180 and North Haven High School is 79th of 180 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).