Hamden Middle School vs Shepherd Glen School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 780 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hamden Middle School
Hamden · Public middle · Grades 7–8
845 students
Shepherd Glen School
Hamden · Public elementary · Grades K–6
303 students
| Measure | Hamden Middle School Hamden, Connecticut | Shepherd Glen School Hamden, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #123 of 178 | #385 of 596 |
| National rank | #6601 of 15,369 | #21832 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 845 | 303 |
| Enrollment | 845 | 303 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.8% | 56.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.4 | 11.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 47% |
| city | Hamden | Hamden |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (54.8 vs 54.8).
- •Shepherd Glen School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 40%).
- •Hamden Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.8% vs 56.1%).
- •Hamden Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 11.7).
- •Hamden Middle School is the larger school with 845 students compared with 303.
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 Middle School better than Shepherd Glen School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Hamden Middle School and Shepherd Glen School?
About 780 m in a straight line, between Hamden and Hamden in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hamden Middle School: 845. Shepherd Glen School: 303. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hamden Middle School and Shepherd Glen School rank in Connecticut?
Hamden Middle School is 123rd of 178 and Shepherd Glen School is 385th of 596 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).