Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy vs McDonough Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 972 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy
Hartford · Public high · Grades 6–12
925 students
McDonough Middle School
Hartford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
301 students
| Measure | Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy Hartford, Connecticut | McDonough Middle School Hartford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #157 of 180 | #173 of 178 |
| National rank | #14095 of 16,910 | #13830 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 925 | 301 |
| Enrollment | 925 | 301 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.3% | 80.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 12.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 7% |
| city | Hartford | Hartford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.4 vs 19.7).
- •Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy does better on math proficiency (24% vs 7%).
- •Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 20%).
- •Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.3% vs 80.7%).
- •McDonough Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 15.9).
- •Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy is the larger school with 925 students compared with 301.
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 Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy better than McDonough Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy ranks higher (26.4 vs 19.7 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 Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy and McDonough Middle School?
About 972 m in a straight line, between Hartford and Hartford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy: 925. McDonough Middle School: 301. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy and McDonough Middle School rank in Connecticut?
Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy is 157th of 180 and McDonough Middle School is 173rd of 178 among high schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).