Harry M. Bailey Middle School vs Washington School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harry M. Bailey Middle School
West Haven · Public middle · Grades 7–8
885 students
Washington School
West Haven · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
321 students
| Measure | Harry M. Bailey Middle School West Haven, Connecticut | Washington School West Haven, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #129 of 178 | #471 of 596 |
| National rank | #7038 of 15,369 | #31558 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 885 | 321 |
| Enrollment | 885 | 321 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 57.4% | 67.3% |
| Students per teacher | 10.1 | 9.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 32% |
| city | West Haven | West Haven |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Harry M. Bailey Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.8 vs 40.6).
- •Harry M. Bailey Middle School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 32%).
- •Harry M. Bailey Middle School does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Harry M. Bailey Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.4% vs 67.3%).
- •Washington School does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 10.1).
- •Harry M. Bailey Middle School is the larger school with 885 students compared with 321.
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 Harry M. Bailey Middle School better than Washington School?
On the Success Index (US), Harry M. Bailey Middle School ranks higher (52.8 vs 40.6 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 Harry M. Bailey Middle School and Washington School?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between West Haven and West Haven in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harry M. Bailey Middle School: 885. Washington School: 321. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harry M. Bailey Middle School and Washington School rank in Connecticut?
Harry M. Bailey Middle School is 129th of 178 and Washington School is 471st of 596 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).