Hamden High School vs Staples High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Connecticut, United States, 41 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
Staples High School
Westport · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,629 students
| Measure | Hamden High School Hamden, Connecticut | Staples High School Westport, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 93 Top 5% |
| State rank | #108 of 180 | #2 of 180 |
| National rank | #8131 of 16,910 | #88 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,609 | 1,629 |
| Enrollment | 1,609 | 1,629 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.9% | 3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 93% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 79% |
| city | Hamden | Westport |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Staples High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (93.4 vs 51.0).
- •Staples High School does better on math proficiency (79% vs 33%).
- •Staples High School does better on reading proficiency (93% vs 55%).
- •Staples High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (3% vs 46.9%).
- •Staples High School does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 13.5).
- •Staples High School is the larger school with 1,629 students compared with 1,609.
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 Staples High School?
On the Success Index (US), Staples High School ranks higher (93.4 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 Staples High School?
About 41 km in a straight line, between Hamden and Westport in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hamden High School: 1,609. Staples High School: 1,629. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hamden High School and Staples High School rank in Connecticut?
Hamden High School is 108th of 180 and Staples High School is 2nd of 180 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).