Interdistrict School For Arts And Communication vs Marine Science Magnet High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Interdistrict School For Arts And Communication
New London · Charter middle · Grades 4–8
328 students
Marine Science Magnet High School
Groton · Public high · Grades 9–12
274 students
| Measure | Interdistrict School For Arts And Communication New London, Connecticut | Marine Science Magnet High School Groton, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 84 Top 5% |
| State rank | #166 of 178 | #31 of 180 |
| National rank | #12511 of 15,369 | #769 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 4–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 328 | 274 |
| Enrollment | 328 | 274 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.3% | 30.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 92% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 62% |
| city | New London | Groton |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marine Science Magnet High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.9 vs 26.9).
- •Marine Science Magnet High School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 11%).
- •Marine Science Magnet High School does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 30%).
- •Marine Science Magnet High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.7% vs 68.3%).
- •Marine Science Magnet High School does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 11.7).
- •Interdistrict School For Arts And Communication is the larger school with 328 students compared with 274.
- •Interdistrict School For Arts And Communication is a charter school while Marine Science Magnet High School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Interdistrict School For Arts And Communication better than Marine Science Magnet High School?
On the Success Index (US), Marine Science Magnet High School ranks higher (83.9 vs 26.9 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 Interdistrict School For Arts And Communication and Marine Science Magnet High School?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between New London and Groton in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Interdistrict School For Arts And Communication: 328. Marine Science Magnet High School: 274. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Interdistrict School For Arts And Communication and Marine Science Magnet High School rank in Connecticut?
Interdistrict School For Arts And Communication is 166th of 178 and Marine Science Magnet High School is 31st of 180 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).