Hillside Intermediate School vs Salem School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 138 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillside Intermediate School
Naugatuck · Public middle · Grades 5–6
292 students
Salem School
Naugatuck · Public elementary · Grades K–4
231 students
| Measure | Hillside Intermediate School Naugatuck, Connecticut | Salem School Naugatuck, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #128 of 178 | #370 of 596 |
| National rank | #6955 of 15,369 | #20859 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 292 | 231 |
| Enrollment | 292 | 231 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.4% | 66.7% |
| Students per teacher | 10.4 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 57% |
| city | Naugatuck | Naugatuck |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Salem School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.2 vs 53.2).
- •Salem School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 42%).
- •Salem School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 49%).
- •Hillside Intermediate School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.4% vs 66.7%).
- •Hillside Intermediate School does better on students per teacher (10.4 vs 13.6).
- •Hillside Intermediate School is the larger school with 292 students compared with 231.
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 Hillside Intermediate School better than Salem School?
On the Success Index (US), Salem School ranks higher (56.2 vs 53.2 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 Hillside Intermediate School and Salem School?
About 138 m in a straight line, between Naugatuck and Naugatuck in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillside Intermediate School: 292. Salem School: 231. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillside Intermediate School and Salem School rank in Connecticut?
Hillside Intermediate School is 128th of 178 and Salem School is 370th of 596 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).